Business Spotlight: Lighting Language & Design, LLC

Linda M. Anderson

Want some fresh ideas for your building and site lighting needs but still have to tow the energy code line? Lighting Language & Design is a consulting firm with over 25 years of building-related experience. We will balance your space’s personality with lighting task needs, energy codes and other design criteria requirements.  We do not sell lighting products but will specify the best lighting products for each project, selecting from thousands of lighting products crafted by reputable manufacturers.

We are reliable, prompt and attentive to the needs of architects, design build firms, interior designers, engineers, owners and governmental agencies.  Some of our services include lighting design concepting, CAD design, electric lighting and daylighting point-by-point calculations, detailed renderings, LEED templates, complete product specifications and details, cost estimating, existing lighting system analysis, mock-ups, site testing, luminaire aiming, construction administration and other services related to lighting.

Located in North Carolina’s Triangle area, Lighting Language & Design is a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) firm and 100% woman owned.  Linda Anderson, Lighting Language & Design’s principal, is Lighting Certified by the National Council on Qualifications for the Lighting Professions (NCQLP) and holds the LEED AP credential. She also serves on the board of the Raleigh section of the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America.

For additional information, please visit our website at www.lightinglanguage.com  or contact firm principal Linda Anderson at linda@lightinglanguage.com or call (919)605-3372.

If you would like your company to be featured in the business spotlight section, please email your content to Courtney Smedick at smedickc@ncmbc.us.

*The NC Military Business Center, the NC Community College System, and the State of North Carolina do not officially validate, warrant or endorse events, companies or activities listed on this website. These items are posted strictly for the information and convenience of NCMBC customers.

Fayetteville Tech Holds Ribbon Cutting For Fort Bragg Center (BTEC)

FAYETTEVILLE, NC – May 17, 2013 – Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) will hold a ribbon cutting and open house on Wednesday, June 5, 2013, to dedicate the opening of their office at the Bragg Training and Education Center (BTEC).  The dedication is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. and is open to the public.

Following the ribbon cutting, FTCC staff members will conduct information briefings about FTCC curriculum programs, Credit for Prior Military Learning, MyCAA, and other educational opportunities at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.  Soldiers, family members, veterans and other interested parties are invited to attend.

FTCC moved from the Fort Bragg Soldier Development Center to the BTEC, Building 1-3571, F Wing, in April 2013, where it provides on-post admissions, testing, registration, and advising services to soldiers and their family members, daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information about FTCC curriculum programs, unit classes and Credit for Prior Military Learning degree programs, contact Cynthia Crisostomo-Rivera at (910) 678-1050 or Phillip Raines at (910) 678-1051 or email at Fortbragg@faytechcc.edu.

This post is provided by Diana Potts of G and E Advisor, dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com

SmartPay Update

David Shea, Director of the Office of Charge Card Management, FSA, GSA discusses the state of the government charge card, SmartPay(tm).
If you have an interest in the government charge card program, listen to this show. Here is the link:    http://www.federalnewsradio.com/?nid=45
During the hour long show Mr Shea shared the following:
- during 2012 the card was used for $29.3 billion (this includes purchases, travel and fleet). Of that, $18.1 billion was on the purchase card.
- 2013 year-to-date (first two quarters reporting): $18.1 billion
- Top agencies using the SmartPay cards:
- VA
- DOD
- DOJ
- HHS
- DHS

- top merchant categories (a merchant category is how the credit card companies categorizes vendors):
- Miscellaneous retail
- Dental, pharmaceutical
- Industrial supply
- Office supplies;
- Education/colleges;
- Business services not elsewhere categorized;
- Health practice;
- Government services;
- Computer/IT.

- Level 3 processing on cards is required for all Strategic Sourcing Initiatives on the GSA Schedules;
- 20% of the purchase card activity in 2012 was over $10,000 per purchase, well above the “micro-purchase” level;
- There are approximately 280,000 purchase cards in use;
- Due to travel restrictions, there is a migration of charge card training programs to virtual training events.
Advice for vendors from Mr Shea includes:
- shop around for your acquirer (card processor) to get the best rates;
- make certain you get the proper merchant (MCC) category when setting up your account;
And much more.
You can find more information on the SmartPay program at
http://smartpay.gsa.gov

Diana Potts

CEO- G & E Advisors

Managing Partner- G & E Partners

In advance of the June 2013 Paris Air Show, the U.S. Commercial Service Global Aerospace Team, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and Kallman
Worldwide Inc, will present a webinar on  export controls.

Export control reform will mean changes for many US firms, as well as more export sale opportunities for the US aerospace industry.  This webinar will provide an overview of when to engage with the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and what the forthcoming export control reform changes will mean for your company.

Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Time: 2:00PM Eastern

Venue: At your desk!

Register Now:

https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/e

ditWebReg.do?SmartCode=3Q7R
For more information contact: Andrew Anderson;
316‐263‐4067

Are you safe?

IBM X-Force Research and Development is one of the most renowned commercial security research and development teams in the world. This group of security experts researches and evaluates vulnerabilities and security issues, develops assessment and countermeasure technology for IBM products and educates the public about emerging Internet threats.  On-Wire and Avnet Services are recognized as industry leading solutions providers in the security realm.

On-Wire and Avnet will be hosting an upcoming webinar to discuss these threats and routes to more secure enterprise.    We will discuss the “IBM X-Force Trend and Risk Report”, which helps customers and the public at large understand the nature of the threat.   We will discuss finite steps to address the threat and help secure your environment.

If you would like to sign-up to receive additional information or attend one of our upcoming webinars, please send an email request to mandy@onwireco.com.

*This blog post was provided by OnWire Consulting Group. 

5th Annual Run for the Troops 5K

Saturday, June 1, 2013
Methodist University, Fayetteville, NC

$25 advanced registration

Register today!
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Proceeds benefit USO of NC Fort Bragg

The North Carolina Military Business Center and Wake Tech Community College Small Business Center are pleased to host the 2013 Consolidated Federal Construction Teaming Forum on May 22, 2013 at the Wake Tech Community College in Raleigh, NC.

FEDCON SUMMIT TICKETS WILL BE RAFFLED OFF! 

You could win a FREE FEDCON Summit Ticket.  You must be present to win.  This year’s FEDCON Summit will be held in Wilmington, NC on October 16-17.

When.  May 22, 2013 from 9:30 am – 1:30 pm.

Where.  Wake Tech Community College – Main Campus, Student Services Building – Conference and Events Center, 9101 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh, NC

Purpose. The 2^nd Annual Consolidated Federal Construction Teaming Forum will be held on May 22^nd, 2013 at Wake Technical Community College in Raleigh. This FREE Event will provide North Carolina general and specialty trade contractors, suppliers and designers an opportunity to connect with the current federal large and small business prime contractors to include single project general contractors, Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC/MATOC), Single Award Task Order Contract (SATOC), Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity Architectural-Engineering, Facility Maintenance and Military Housing Management contractors doing millions of dollars of federal construction and facility maintenance work  on  the 5 military installations in NC. Many of these federal contracts will include project awards in neighboring SC, GA, VA and FL. Businesses from around the state should leverage this unique opportunity to meet with multiple prime contractors to build teaming relationships with North Carolina subcontractors for current and future projects at the five military installations within the state at this half day event.   Throughout the Forum, both out-of-state and North Carolina Federal Contract holders will be available at designated networking tables to discuss subcontractor performance needs and teaming opportunities with companies in attendance.  Small business companies are encouraged to attend.

Last year the event saw representation of over 400 North Carolina contractor attendees and 30 major prime construction and multiple-award construction contract holders participating.

Testimonies from 2012 Consolidated Federal Construction Teaming Forum:

“As a prime contract holder, we appreciated the opportunity to meet hundreds of specialty subcontractors at this event. The relationships we established will help us meet our requirements for subcontractors on current and future contracts.”

- Gary Ferguson of East Carolina Mechanical of Jacksonville, NC.

                                                  NAVFAC Camp Lejeune & Cherry Point Mechanical MACC Contractor

“Our relationship with the North Carolina Military Business Center has been an important part of our efforts to locate and utilize small disadvantaged businesses within the local community. These relationships have helped to grow our subcontractor database, as well as assist us with successful outreach events.”

-Brenda Furst of Mortenson Construction of Minneapolis, Minnesota.

 Multiple NAVFAC MACC and ACOE MATOC Holder

Confirmed Large and Small Prime Contractor Participation (as of 5/2/2013):

We are currently in MATOC Contract No. W912HN-10-D-0058, GA & SC MATOC – and are looking for all qualified subs of all sizes and classifications.Richard Brady & Associates, Inc.All subcontractors and tradesSeymour Johnson AFB
Camp Lejeune
Cherry PointSEPI Engineering & ConstructionTBATBASfL+a ArchitectsAll subcontractors and trades, geotechnical testing, commissioning, TAB Sundt ConstructionTBATBATurner ConstructionAll subcontractors and trades Tyler Construction CompanyAll subcontractors and trades WalbridgeTBATBAWECC, Inc.TBATBAWhiting-TurnerAll subcontractors and tradesMACCs with NAVFAC Mid Atlantic and NAVFAC Washington DCW M Jordan CompanyMEP, Masonry, Concrete, All TradesHampton Roads, VA Navy General Construction MAC
Norfolk, VA Army District MATOC

Contacts.

• General Contractor and NC Business Point of Contact: Sue Kranes at kraness@ncmbc.us or Paulanne Page at pagep@ncmbc.us.
• Registration, Venue Information:  Courtney Smedick at smedickc@ncmbc.us.

Sponsorship.  Sponsorship opportunities are available.  For more information contact Sue Kranes at kraness@ncmbc.us or Paulanne Page pagep@ncmbc.us.

Additional Information.

For more information or to register, visit: http://www.ncmbc.us/2013CTF.php

This post is provided by Diana Potts of G and E Advisor, dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com

On May 9, 2013, the Defense Logistics Agency Energy (DLA Energy), in close coordination with the Army Energy Initiatives Task Force (EITF), released a Request for Proposal (RFP) to procure solar energy from a photovoltaic Renewable Energy Generation System (REGS) located on Fort Irwin in California. The government estimates the size of the system at 15 megawatts, subject to final specification by the selected developer. The Solicitation, SP0600-13-R-0412, is posted on the Federal Business Opportunities website at www.fbo.gov.

https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=934ceb02d5d1193c5f1c80d9dd174749&tab=core&_cview=0

This is an open RFP for Fort Irwin to procure renewable energy through a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for up to 25 years. The selected contractor will finance, design, build, operate, own and maintain the REGS. Under the PPA, the Army will only purchase the energy that is produced; no generation assets will be acquired. All interested companies are encouraged to prepare a response to the solicitation, which closes on July 1, 2013.

A pre-proposal event is planned for June 6, 2013 in Barstow; CA. Details regarding this event will soon be posted on the EITF’s web site at www.armyeitf.com. The pre-proposal event will provide attendees with a better understanding of the general procurement process for the project, specific contract considerations and include a tour of the potential project site.

Diana Potts

CEO- G & E Advisors

Managing Partner- G & E Partners

This post is provided by Diana Potts of G and E Advisor, dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com

The Fuel Cell Technologies Office (FCT) is holding a pre-solicitation meeting on May 14, 2013, for a planned Hydrogen Storage Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) (expected for FY14 funding, subject to appropriations). The meeting will be from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time and is being held in conjunction with the 2013 Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Program Annual Merit Review and Peer Evaluation Meeting (AMR) in Arlington, Virginia. During the pre-solicitation meeting, FCT representatives will present the initial plans and seek questions and comments from the public on the draft FOA topics. Review of the FOA material prior to the meeting is recommended. Feedback received will help finalize the intent and scope of the final FOA. The meeting will start at 6:15 p.m. in Salon V of the Crystal Gateway Marriott hotel. Questions will be taken during the meeting and via email prior to the meeting. Questions can be sent to H2Storage@go.doe.gov and must be received by 5:00 p.m. EDT on May 10, 2013. Following the meeting, questions and answers will be posted.

Diana Potts

CEO- G & E Advisors

Managing Partner- G & E Partners

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The North Carolina Military Business Center and Wake Tech Community College Small Business Center are pleased to host the 2013 Consolidated Federal Construction Teaming Forum on May 22, 2013 at the Wake Tech Community College in Raleigh, NC.

FEDCON SUMMIT TICKETS WILL BE RAFFLED OFF! 

You could win a FREE FEDCON Summit Ticket.  You must be present to win.  This year’s FEDCON Summit will be held in Wilmington, NC on October 16-17.

When.  May 22, 2013 from 9:30 am – 1:30 pm.

Where.  Wake Tech Community College – Main Campus, Student Services Building – Conference and Events Center, 9101 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh, NC

Purpose. The 2^nd Annual Consolidated Federal Construction Teaming Forum will be held on May 22^nd, 2013 at Wake Technical Community College in Raleigh. This FREE Event will provide North Carolina general and specialty trade contractors, suppliers and designers an opportunity to connect with the current federal large and small business prime contractors to include single project general contractors, Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC/MATOC), Single Award Task Order Contract (SATOC), Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity Architectural-Engineering, Facility Maintenance and Military Housing Management contractors doing millions of dollars of federal construction and facility maintenance work  on  the 5 military installations in NC. Many of these federal contracts will include project awards in neighboring SC, GA, VA and FL. Businesses from around the state should leverage this unique opportunity to meet with multiple prime contractors to build teaming relationships with North Carolina subcontractors for current and future projects at the five military installations within the state at this half day event.   Throughout the Forum, both out-of-state and North Carolina Federal Contract holders will be available at designated networking tables to discuss subcontractor performance needs and teaming opportunities with companies in attendance.  Small business companies are encouraged to attend.

Last year the event saw representation of over 400 North Carolina contractor attendees and 30 major prime construction and multiple-award construction contract holders participating.

Testimonies from 2012 Consolidated Federal Construction Teaming Forum:

“As a prime contract holder, we appreciated the opportunity to meet hundreds of specialty subcontractors at this event. The relationships we established will help us meet our requirements for subcontractors on current and future contracts.”

- Gary Ferguson of East Carolina Mechanical of Jacksonville, NC.

                                                  NAVFAC Camp Lejeune & Cherry Point Mechanical MACC Contractor

“Our relationship with the North Carolina Military Business Center has been an important part of our efforts to locate and utilize small disadvantaged businesses within the local community. These relationships have helped to grow our subcontractor database, as well as assist us with successful outreach events.”

-Brenda Furst of Mortenson Construction of Minneapolis, Minnesota.

 Multiple NAVFAC MACC and ACOE MATOC Holder

Confirmed Large and Small Prime Contractor Participation (as of 5/2/2013):

Contacts.

• General Contractor and NC Business Point of Contact: Sue Kranes at kraness@ncmbc.us or Paulanne Page at pagep@ncmbc.us.
• Registration, Venue Information:  Courtney Smedick at smedickc@ncmbc.us.

Sponsorship.  Sponsorship opportunities are available.  For more information contact Sue Kranes at kraness@ncmbc.us or Paulanne Page pagep@ncmbc.us.

Additional Information.

For more information or to register, visit: http://www.ncmbc.us/2013CTF.php

This post is provided by Diana Potts of G and E Advisor, dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com

GSA chief plans 10 strategic sourcing efforts by 2015

Obama administration officials are going to the janitor’s closet, the tool chest and the IT office to find the next round of savings.

The General Services Administration intends to launch 10 strategic sourcing initiatives in the next two years by targeting a range of products and services that all agencies use, such as cleaning supplies, tools and wireless devices, wrote Dan Tangherlini, GSA’s acting administrator.

“Everyday shoppers know that buying in bulk saves both time and money,” Tangherlini says, “and the government has a similar responsibility to use its buying power to get the best value for the taxpayer.” The agency’s goals are saving “hundreds of millions of dollars by delivering better value,” increasing business for small companies and boosting efforts to buy environmentally friendly products. Furthermore, officials want to make it easier for agencies to comply with spending rules, Tangherlini wrote. His announcement comes a month after the Office of Management and Budget ordered GSA to launch five strategic sourcing initiatives in fiscal 2013 and 2014.

Tangherlini said the teams that are looking for opportunities to streamline wireless and software spending are well under way. They include acquisition professionals from the Defense Department, Department of Veterans Affairs and other key agencies.

GSA has also formed two teams focused on janitorial and sanitation supplies and on maintenance, repair and operations supplies.

“In the months ahead, GSA will move forward quickly to work across government, streamline agency procurement operations and drive needed savings,” he wrote. “In today’s fiscal environment, GSA recognizes that strategic sourcing is a key way to save money and deliver better value.”

OMB’s deputy director for management, Jeffrey Zients, issued a memo in December 2012 that established the Interagency Strategic Sourcing Leadership Council and a new agency position: the strategic sourcing accountable official. http://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/memoranda/2013/m-13-02_0.pdf     Agencies often pay different prices for the same items, so the government wants to improve the sharing of such information to give officials more negotiating power with contractors.

GSA has helped agencies save nearly $300 million through several strategic sourcing contracts, which include office supplies, domestic package delivery, telecommunications expense management services and print management.

“We already know that this approach works,” Tangherlini said.

United States Senator Richard Burr, the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC), the North Carolina Military Foundation, University of North Carolina and the Institute for Defense and Business are pleased to host the 2013 North Carolina Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium at the McKimmon Conference & Training Center at North Carolina State University in Raleigh on May 8-9, 2013.

Sponsored by:

Social Sponsor:

Bronze Sponsor:

Below you will find the military and government agencies confirmed to participate at this year’s Symposium as of 4/30/2013.
Military Participation

• Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DAPRA)
• Army Research Office
• XVIII Airborne Corps
• US Army Special Operations Command
• US Army JFK Special Warfare Center & School
• Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security – Fort Bragg Garrison
• II Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF)

Government/Agency/Collegiate Participation

• Duke University
• East Carolina University
• Elizabeth City State University
• Institute for Defense & Business
• NC A&T State University
• NC Department of Commerce, Office of Science and Technology
• NC Aerospace Alliance
• NC Biotechnology Center
• NC Department of Commerce, Office of Science and Technology
• NC Institute of Minority Economic Development
• NC Military Business Center
• NC Military Foundation
• NC State University
• Office of Governor Pat McCrory
• Office of Senator Richard Burr
• Office of Senator Kay Hagan
• University of North Carolina – Charlotte
• University of North Carolina – Greensboro
• University of North Carolina System

For more information on the Symposium or to register, visit: http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php.

This post is provided by Diana Potts of G and E Advisor, dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com

6 Things You Didn’t Know About DOD EMALL

DOD EMALL is the one-stop shopping, enterprise-wide eCommerce site for the Department of Defense. The eCommerce site supports over 30 Million SKUs and has 40,000 active users, but that’s just scratching the surface. While DOD EMALL can be used to purchase everything from office supplies to weapon system parts, there are a number of other useful features that you might not be aware of within DOD EMALL.  DOD EMALL is for GSA Schedule holder companies.

1.    DOD EMALL supports contracts from all the military services, the Department of Homeland Security, Defense Commissary Agency (DECA), GSA and as well as the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). Any Federal agency with an IDIQ or BPA contract can place it on DOD EMALL. At this time, there is no charge for this service. This is an excellent opportunity for smaller agencies to have their own eCommerce site without the investment.

2.    DOD EMALL makes it easy to support a large group of people with their acquisition needs. If your office has a single purchase cardholder and many personnel with purchasing needs but not purchasing power, DOD EMALL can help you support your staff. Agency personnel can register with DOD EMALL as a Shopper. Shoppers have the ability to complete all their shopping, but not the ability to purchase. Staff members without purchasing power can still build a virtual cart filled with the items that they want, but instead of completing the order, these Shoppers simply send their virtual cart to the office purchase cardholder. The purchase cardholder has the ability to merge multiple shopping carts together to consolidate buys while still retaining the individual details of the orders. This way, when the order comes in, they can easily sort out who ordered what. This is an incredibly convenient way to support an entire office.

3.    Naval Facilities Command installation managers can order facilities maintenance services like trash collection, lawn mowing and minor repairs using the DOD EMALL. This service has reduced average service times from two weeks to 3 days.

4.    Defense Logistics Agency customers can track the status of all their DLA orders using the DLA orders portion of DOD EMALL. What’s truly great about this feature is that all of the orders are there whether the item was ordered using DOD EMALL or not.

5.    The DOD EMALL is not just for military service personnel. State government can order using DOD EMALL under the 1122 program. This program allows state government to purchase items from the Department of Defense to support drug enforcement operations. At this time over 30 states are registered to purchase on DOD EMALL.

6.    Contractors who have a Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) or Performance Based Logistics (PBL) contract can ask their contracting officer if they can purchase items directly from the DLA using the DOD EMALL. Due to their tremendous buying power, DLA often has repair parts available at lower prices than the PBL/CLS contractor can find. This is true for both Government-furnished materials and Contractor-furnished materials. PBL/CLS contractors can be given the authority to use the DOD EMALL in support of their contracts.

This post is provided by Diana Potts of G and E Advisor, dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com

GSA Expands Hybrid Fleet Up to 10,000 Vehicles

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Acting Administrator Dan Tangherlini announced a new GSA fleet consolidation initiative to give federal agencies the opportunity to replace their aging fleet with hybrid vehicles.  The US General Services Administration says it will expand the number of hybrid vehicles in the federal fleet by up to 10,000 vehicles, resulting in the reduction of about 1 million gallons of fuel per year for the life of these vehicles.

The GSA fleet consolidation initiative moves the federal government closer toward its goal of buying 100 percent light-duty alternative-fuel vehicles by the end of 2015.  As of the end of fiscal year 2012, 79 percent of GSA’s internal fleet vehicles were alternative fuel vehicles. This initiative will help federal agencies transition to green cars at a time when they may not be able to purchase and operate these vehicles on their own.

Purchases of hybrid and electric vehicles by President Obama’s administration fell by a third in 2012. Last year, in which it purchased 1,801 alternative fuel vehicles, was the third year in a row in which green car purchases fell, Bloomberg reported.

The federal government is moving towards a smaller, more efficient fleet.  The agency will continue to improve management of the federal fleet while increasing the fuel efficiency of the vehicles GSA owns and leases to other federal agencies.

Through the new initiative, federal agencies can now consolidate vehicles into the GSA fleet inventory. If agencies choose to participate in the program, GSA will fund the total incremental cost to replace eligible consolidated vehicles with new hybrid sedans.

Consolidating with GSA fleet will also provide GSA’s federal partners with end-to-end fleet management services including vehicle acquisition and disposal, maintenance control and accident management, fuel and loss prevention services and a management system that provides data to efficiently manage fleet operations, at a low monthly rate.

http://gsa.gov/portal/content/170175

AmbroseStrategy.com The next round of military base closures could lead to the cancellation of power purchase agreements, energy savings performance contracts, and utility energy service contracts with the Department of Defense (DoD).  A new Government Accountability Office (GAO) report outlines 60 current renewable energy contracts that could be subject to cancellation as a result base closures.  ….. Read More

Amped (Amplified Electronic Design) of Greensboro, NC has reached out to the NC Military Business Center because they would like to hire a veteran in their current job opening for a technician.  Please help us spread the word to transitioning military, veterans and their spouses.

Technician Job Description

As a technician, you will install, maintain, and troubleshoot life safety low voltage systems including, wander prevention, nurse call, access control, locking systems and CCTV.  Travel up to 2 weeks at a time, is required of this position. Our goal is to make sure technicians are home on the weekends, but there will be times when weekend work will be required.

Job Responsibilities

Other Responsibilities of a technician include

• Maintaining accurate timesheets, inventory, and clean vehicle
• Reporting installation job status to supervisor
• Noticing when a customer seems overwhelmed by or isn’t listening during an explanation and redirecting the interaction accordingly
• As a technician, you will provide excellent customer service to end users and give them a thorough education on how their products work. This prevents customer frustration, service calls and unnecessary police visits, and maintains good customer relationships

Job Requirements

As a technician, you must possess the customer service and communication skills necessary to train customers on our products and software.

Additional requirements include:

• High school degree or equivalent mandatory, college/vocational school preferred
• Experience in the low-voltage, electronics, computer/IT/networking and/or telecommunications industries preferred
• Applicant will be subject to aptitude test on electronic principles
• Will have to pass random drug test and background checks.
• Having a clean driving record
• Computer literacy and the ability to install software
• Ability to climb ladders and lift at least 50 lbs while practicing safety policies and procedures
• This is a small business and in order to grow, willingness to get jobs done in a timely fashion and an interest in learning about  new products and technologies, is necessary

Benefits

At Amped, we know that our people are our most valuable asset, and we want to offer a competitive salary based on experience and certifications as well as a benefits package.  Technicians can earn commission from installation sales through referrals. We are a growing company and there will many opportunities to move into leadership and management roles.

Benefits include:

• Company-provided vehicle
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Contribute to medical insurance after six months
• Paid vacation and company holiday time
• Tuition reimbursement and opportunities to receive Low Voltage Electrical and Alarm Licenses.

Contact: Robin Flake | General Manager | 336-587-4482-c | 336-441-1109-f | www.ampedco.com

Operation Homefront-Carolinas

Presents

Protecting Your Internet Identity: Are You Naked Online?

A Seminar by Author Theresa Payton

Register Now For a Free Luncheon and Seminar “Protecting Your Internet Identity” aboard Camp Lejeune April 29th, 2013 from 11:00am-12:30pm.  The event will be held on the Base Stables aka Stone Street Lodge.

Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO and National Security expert will be in Camp Lejeune April 29th, 2013 to offer a free seminar based on her new book, “Protecting Your Internet Identity: Are You Naked Online?”. Payton is one of America’s most respected authorities on Internet security, net crime, fraud mitigation, and technology implementation. As White House Chief Information Officer from 2006 to 2008 — the first woman ever to hold that position — she administered the information technology enterprise for the President and 3,000 staff members. Prior to working in federal government, Payton held executive roles in banking technology at Bank of America and Wells Fargo.

Theresa will cover topics such as the fact that people today have an offline reputation and image, but are increasingly creating one or more online personas. Their online image is having an impact on them in many ways.

•             Employers are hiring and firing based on people’s online activities.

•             Global terrorists are using anything they can find on social media to find weak spots.

•             Criminals are using online identities to abuse or steal from victims.

•             Protecting Your Internet Identity: Are you Naked Online? helps readers understand the implications of their online personas, how they may be putting themselves at risk, and how to take charge of this important new aspect of their lives for career and personal success.

Theresa will also lead a Q&A session to make sure key questions are answered. All registrants will receive a signed copy of Theresa’s book along with lunch.

Please follow the link below to register.  If you are unable to click on the link please copy and paste into your browser or visit the Operation Homefront-Carolinas website and the event will be under highlights.

http://www.formstack.com/forms/?1438096-6feQOHLoH9

If you have any questions email darden.blow@operationhomefront.net or call (704)527-3063.

2013 NC Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium

United States Senator Richard Burr, the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC), the North Carolina Military Foundation, University of North Carolina and the Institute for Defense and Business are pleased to host the 2013 North Carolina Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium at the McKimmon Conference & Training Center at North Carolina State University in Raleigh on May 8-9, 2013.

Sponsored by:

Reception Sponsor:

Bronze Sponsor:

Dr. Dev Palmer, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is scheduled to provide remarks at the NC Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium on May 9, 2013.

Below you will find a biography on Dr. Dev Palmer.

Dr. Dev Palmer joined the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency in November 2012.   His interests include sub-millimeter wave and terahertz electronic sources, sensors, and control components; vacuum electronics; computational modeling of electromagnetics and electronics in the presence of uncertainty; and antennas.

Dr. Palmer came to DARPA from the Army Research Office (ARO) in Research Triangle Park, N.C., where he was a member of the Electronics Division. He joined ARO in 2001 as program manager for electromagnetics, microwaves and power, responsible for a portfolio of basic research projects focused on creating innovations to drive the next generation of DoD systems for radio communications, sensing and electronic warfare. He developed and sustained relationships between academic researchers, industry technologists, and Army scientists and engineers that led to significant technology transitions, including multi-year, multi-million-dollar advanced development programs and fielded applications. His success in guiding fundamental basic research for the benefit of the warfighter led to his selection for the Army Research Laboratory Award for Program Management in 2010, the Army Superior Civilian Service Medal in 2011, and the Secretary of Defense Award for Excellence in 2013.

Dr. Palmer is an IEEE Fellow and Electron Devices Society Distinguished Lecturer, a registered Professional Engineer, a member of the Association of Old Crows, the Materials Research Society, Sigma Xi and a member-at-large of the United States National Committee for The International Union of Radio Science. He holds Amateur Extra class radio operators license AI4WT and is an inventor on four patents. He is author of over thirty-five articles in refereed journals, conference records and commercial magazines; two books and two book chapters; and more than fifty conference presentations, including more than twenty invited talks.

He received a Bachelor of Arts (1980) in Physics, and a Master of Science (1988) and Doctor of Philosophy (1991) in Electrical Engineering from Duke University, where he studied electromagnetic theory and microwave circuits.

For more information on the Symposium or to register, visit: 

http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php.

**This information was provided by Accenture to the NC Military Business Center**

Accenture is hiring Military! And our Military recruiting team is coming to Charlotte on May 21st.

The job we are going to be hiring for is called a Mortgage Analyst and will be with our company Accenture Credit Services. The Basic Qualifications are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or Math and GPA requirement at > 3.2 or 3 Years Military Duty (Active or Reserve) with minimum 1 year customer service experience (civilian or military)

We are a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company, with 261,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Combining unparalleled experience, comprehensive capabilities across all industries and business functions, and extensive research on the world’s most successful companies, Accenture collaborates with clients to help them become high-performance businesses and governments.
Military professionals are known for their strong work ethic, commitment to excellence, attention to detail and ability to succeed in a challenging environment, exemplifying many of the same core values employees
live at Accenture. The lessons learned as military men and women are very transferable to the work Accenture does. Leadership, discipline, organization and teamwork are some of the areas in which military experience directly applies to their work. Accenture is proud of their vibrant Accenture Military Community comprising
approximately 1,000 employees. Accenture offers career opportunities across our workforces, providing a unique career experience, depending on your skills, career objectives and preferred work experience. Across every area of our business, you’ll find people who are among the best at what they do. Many apply their
experience operating in the government environment within Accenture Federal Services, while others chose to apply their functional skills, such as management, logistics, cyber security or accounting to work with clients across various industries.

We are looking forward to meeting you on May 21st to share the exciting paid training opportunity Accenture is offering in Charlotte. For further inquiries about this opportunity, please connect directly with Accenture’s military recruiters at militarycareers@accenture.com.

Join Accenture and discover how great you can be. Learn more and apply today! Visit
www.accenture.com/military.  Or contact Timothy J. Perry at timothy.j.perry@accenture.com.

United States Senator Richard Burr, the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC), the North Carolina Military Foundation, University of North Carolina and the Institute for Defense and Business are pleased to host the 2013 North Carolina Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium at the McKimmon Conference & Training Center at North Carolina State University in Raleigh on May 8-9, 2013.

Sponsored by:

Reception Sponsor:

Bronze Sponsor:

Major General Julian (JB) Burns will moderate the Tactical Energy Forum at the NC Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium on May 9, 2013.   The Tactical Energy Forum will discuss energy and power solutions to improve a tactical unit’s sustainability and mission effectiveness while operating in an austere environment.  Solutions should address minimizing weight and size of power sources, alternate fuel sources that are more readily available in less developed countries, and/or sources that have a greater life span.

Below you will find a biography on MG (Ret) Julian (JB) Burns.

Major General Julian (JB) Burns, is a retired Army Major General, former VP Defense Affairs in BAE Systems (USA) and a Member of SPECTRUM Group.

General Burns retired in January 05 after some 3 decades of Army Service in the USA, Korea, Europe, the Balkans, Israel, Iraq, and in the Arabian Peninsula — last serving as Deputy Commanding General/Chief of Staff for Army Forces Command responsible for the Homeland Defense of the USA in disaster relief and in response to 9-11; as Chief of Ops and Plans for NATO in the Mediterranean and the Balkans; and, as Commanding General of a Joint Task Force in Operation DESERT FOX in Israel.

Joining BAE he oversaw security markets in Africa, Iraq, Afghanistan, NATO and in home markets in the USA, UK, Sweden and South Africa – with a scope ranging from all the guns for the Navy, Coast Guard, Army and Coast Guard; all the tracked vehicles in the Army and Marines except the tank; and the range of medium, light and mine protected (MRAP) tactical wheeled vehicles.

JB holds a Bachelors Degree from West Point as a Cavalry Officer, with Airborne-Ranger qualifications; a Master’s Degree in ORSA/Systems Management from the University of Southern California; and, is a graduate of the Army War College.

Below you will find two job opportunities (Project Manager and Structural Engineer) in Raleigh, NC that Stantec (formerly Greenhorne O’Mara) has contacted the NC Military Business Center to help find veterans to fill the positions.

Project Manager (submit resumes to: kimberly.cusick@stantec.com)

Overview:

Our Urban Development group is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life where people live, work, and play, and is comprised of collaborative, creative, and visionary professionals who create high-quality and sustainable environments that are functional, innovative, appropriate, and attractive. Whether it’s for a new phase, a new neighborhood, a revitalization, or a new city, our professionals manage a variety of projects from initial planning to decommissioning. This is the place where great ideas and rewarding careers call home. With services that include urban design and codes; visioning; master planning; heritage design; park and recreation design; recreational and resort design; bicycle, pedestrian, and multiuse trails and pathway design; landscape assessment and rehabilitation; infrastructure design; feasibility studies; earthworks analysis; drainage studies; stormwater management studies; and design for site and infrastructure improvements, we provide efficient solutions that are environmentally responsible, functional, and technically sound. Our structure cultivates career growth and provides opportunities as unique as you are.

Responsibilities:

• Serving as the technical design lead on civil/site projects requiring geometric site layout, profiles, storm water management, drainage, grading, water and sanitary sewer utilities, and erosion and sedimentation control design
• Oversight of project budgets, quality control, and adherence to project schedules at the task level
• Interact with clients and team members independently to maintain appropriate communication
• Serve as a primary client interface on projects assigned
• Directing and overseeing complex calculations
• Collaborate with senior staff in the execution of projects and the development of business opportunities
• Meet Quality Control/Quality Assurance company and UD group standards

Qualifications:

The candidate must have these basic qualifications/requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related degree
• Minimum of five (5) years of site/civil engineering experience with a minimum of two (2) years of project management experience

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration
• Experience with Raleigh – Durham area site/civil project related permitting procedures and regulations
• Working knowledge of Autocad and/or MicroStation
• Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proven ability to maintain relationships with existing clients and establish trust / credibility
• Ability to collaborate with others and accomplish goals in a team atmosphere

Preferred skills that will assist the candidate in succeeding in the role are:

• Experience with public, municipal and private sector clients
• Proficiency with Cadd design software such as Autocad Civil3D, LDD, or Inroads
• Experience in developing technical specifications and construction cost estimates
• Ability to manage multi-disciplined (vertical and horizontal construction) design processes and requirements, which may require the ability to manage vertical design consultants
• Familiarity with Federal DoD contractual procedures and practices and execution of delivery order contracts, or ability to gain familiarity within three months
• Ability to travel as necessary to satisfy job requirements
• Strong organization skills

Personal attributes:

• Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proven ability to maintain relationships with existing clients and establish trust / credibility
• Strong organization skills

Structural Engineering/Building Structures (submit resumes to: kimberly.cusick@stantec.com)

The candidate must have these basic qualifications/requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering with a concentration in structural design
• Successful completion of college courses in structural analysis, reinforced concrete, and steel design and have an understanding of the AISC, ACI, and ACSE building codes
• Minimum of two (2) years experience in Building Structural Engineering
• Completed Engineering Intern (EI) examination and on track to gain PE licensure within a minimum of two (2) years
• Minimum of one (1) year experience using Revit and/or AutoCad to develop design drawings
• Ability to learn new tasks and learn design softwarequickly
• Ability to communicate clearly

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using structural analysis software such as
• RAM Structural System and/or Staad
• Experience using Revit (BIM)

Job Responsibilities:

• Junior to mid-level engineer responsible for performing structural engineering analysis and calculations as they relate to building design
• Position will require the ability to use structural analysis software such as RAM and translate into Revit to develop structural construction drawings
• Will be required to interact directly with other in-house engineering and drafting staff
• Will be required to play close attention to detail while working efficiently
• Must be able to meet department’s Quality Control/Quality Assurance standards for delivery of projects

Greenhorne & O’Mara, now Stantec, is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

The A-B Tech Small Business Center will be having their annual Jump Start event, sponsored by Asheville Savings Bank, at the Haynes Conference Center, at the Enka Site, on Thursday, April 25.

For those of you who may not be aware, Jump Start is a business-to business tradeshow that is geared towards entrepreneurs and small business people who are looking to connect with those who may have a product of service that can assist them in taking their business to the next level.

Jump Start will take place from 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Over 45 product and service providers will have booths on-site and make themselves available for questions that attendees may have regarding their business. 

This event, which typically draws around 200 visitors, is FREE to those who would like to attend.

Thanks again to Asheville Savings Bank for sponsoring this great event:

http://ashevillesavingsbank.com/BankingBusiness.aspx?utm_source=AB_Tech&utm_medium=Digital&utm_campaign=Jump_Start

Please visit the following link for more info:

http://www.abtech.edu/content/business-development/small-business-center/Events

The NC Military Business Center would like to congratulate Combat Medical Systems on their recent contract award.

Combat Medical Systems, LLC,* Fayetteville, N.C., has been awarded a maximum $86,000,000 contract for ventilation, breathing equipment and related accessories. The award is a fixed-price with economic-price-adjustment contract.

Location of performance is North Carolina with an April 14, 2018 performance completion date.

Using military services are Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, federal civilian agencies and the Veterans Administration.

Type of appropriation is fiscal 2013 Defense Working Capital funds.

The contracting activity is the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, Philadelphia, Pa.,(SPM2D1-13-D-8210).

Why should you exhibit at the North Carolina Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium (NCFATS)? What will that do for my company?

First, you and your business will be seen among the forward-thinking leaders in North Carolina; those that see and take on the challenge to think outside the box and see a vision of the future direction in one or more of the eight different technology areas in which North Carolina is either a leader or top contender in the world.

Second, you, your products and your business will be seen by the military’s Science & Technology Officers who know the needs for products and services in their commands, and you will have the opportunity to explain what your company offers that could be beneficial to them.

Third, you will have the opportunity to meet and showcase your business to senior managers from successful companies doing business in the federal sector, and learning where your company might help them.

Last, you will hear from and showcase your business to senior military leaders who are stationed on North Carolina bases about their current environment, sequestration, requirements and future needs as they execute their assigned missions.

Do not miss the opportunity; it comes only once a year! Register now;

http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php.

Why would you want to be a panelist at the North Carolina Federal Advanced Technology Symposium (NCFATS)? What will that do for your company.

First, serving as a panelist will provide you the opportunity to present your technologies to the Science and Technology scouts for the major commands in North Carolina, as well as to other businesses developing technologies with military or homeland security applications. Your technology may meet a current or emerging military technology requirement, or an S&T scout may suggest augmenting or modifying your technology slightly to meet a technology requirement or to complement another technology already in the military inventory.

Secondly, presenting your technology will expose your business and your capabilities to large businesses already in the military and federal market. Your technology may fill a gap these system integrators have in meeting military requirements, and make your business an ideal candidate for a teaming arrangement with an existing federal contractor.

Finally, the business panelists for the Symposium will form the core from which presenters will be selected to present in more detail during quarterly meetings of the S&T officers.  The only charge for this opportunity will be the charge to attend the NCFATS on May 9.  Each quarterly meeting is limited to three presentations from invited companies, principally chosen from the presenters at NCFATS.  There is no charge to present at the quarterly meeting, and, if selected, you have the opportunity to spend a half-day with the S&T Officers, to include morning coffee, breaks and lunch.  If you have a great new technology, there is no better way to promote it to the military in North Carolina than to present it at the Symposium and at the NCMBC-and partner-sponsored quarterly meetings.

You should consider a self-nomination now. When all the positions are filled, the opportunity will pass for another year. Nominate your business today by visiting: http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php.

Nitronex of Durham, NC has approached the NC Military Business Center about two job opportunities (Senior Product Engineer and Operations Manager) that are available and would like to fill with veterans, if possible.  Please see the below job descriptions on more information and pass this information along as you see fit.

Senior Product Engineer (ENG13001)

Location: Durham
Department: Engineering

Basic Function:  Senior level experienced engineer to drive device qualification, production release, and yield enhancement activities of MMIC and discrete level RF and Microwave products. This includes statistical data analysis, product test recommendations and specifications, and management of device-level/product characterization and qualification activities.

Experience:  Five to ten years RF product engineering including experience with new technology development, characterization and deployment.  Experience in RF product design, RF applications support, or RF semiconductor design is beneficial.

Responsibilities:

• Work with GaN MMIC and High Power discrete new product development team through initial characterization, product down-select, and production release.
• Analyze statistical performance distributions, identify correlation and test trends, and recommend specification limits.
• Work with design team to define RF and DC test requirements, test plans, and data correlation, verification, and validation techniques.
• Work with fab and process teams to develop product performance trends to improve yield strategies.
• Actively manage product level qualification and reliability activities.

Job Requirements:

• Deep understanding of statistical methods and analysis.
• Familiarity with semiconductor reliability and verification methods.
• Ability to present highly technical information to both internal and external teams and customers.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all areas of the company including engineering, operations, finance, sales and marketing.
• Understanding of RF testing (s-parameters, I-V, pulsed I-V, load-pull), calibration (SOLT, TRL, LRM, etc.), verification, and analysis is advantageous.
• Hands – on approach to solving problems including working in the lab to help debug test issues and at times performing RF testing.
• Experience working within an ISO certified process.
• Strong sense of urgency and willing to put in the extra effort and hours as needed in a fast paced start-up environment.

Educational Requirements:  Bachelor Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or other relevant technical field.

To apply, submit your resume and cover letter to:

E-mail:
jobs@nitronex.com
Fax: 919-807-9200

US Mail:
Attn: Human Resources
Nitronex, LLC
2305 Presidential Drive
Durham, NC 27703

NITRONEX CORPORATION
2305 Presidential Drive
Durham, NC 27703
Telephone: 919-807-9100
Fax: 919-807-9200

Operations Manager (OPS13003)

Location: Durham
Department: Operations

Basic Functions:  Develop and manage the strategic and operational plans to ensure the Company has the appropriate resources to support current forecasted business and strategic growth; to communicate resource requirements to senior management and develop staff to accommodate scheduling demands.

Experience:  Minimum ten years operational management with at least five years in semiconductor manufacturing, including assembly, test, and outsourced wafer fabrication.

Job Responsibilities:

• Direct the process which includes the planning of procurement, production, inventory control and distribution.
• Determine the requirements to meet sales demand and purchase needed materials for manufacturing.
• Anticipate and minimize the impact of supply shortages.
• Plan and schedule work to meet customer commitments.
• Plan inventory requirements to support strategic, controlled growth.
• Balance new product requirements with production needs to ensure OTD for both.
• Direct and coordinate all activities between sales, purchasing, manufacturing and inventory distribution.
• Develop plans and manage process transfers between external and internal suppliers providing project schedule with key milestones.
• Track and report on those project milestones; providing frequent status reports to senior management.
• Drive cost reduction projects for both out-sourced partners and supply chain, yield improvements and operational efficiencies.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to communicate effectively the needs and objectives to suppliers as well as key personnel across all areas of the company including engineering, operations, finance, sales and marketing.
• Ability to present technical information to both internal and external teams and customers.
• Maintain and continually strengthen vendor relationships to keep services and materials running smoothly.
• Ability to manage the disruptions as they occur within the supply chain.
• Track and monitor supplier yields and other operations performance metrics and performance to the plan.
• Achieve operational objectives through contributions and recommendations to strategic plans.
• Ongoing monitoring of suppliers and production lines to improve cost and efficiency.
• Develop cost savings initiatives within the supply chain while sourcing alternative and second source suppliers. Coordinate supplier activities to meet sales demand.
• Maintain and improve Assembly/Test OTD and Product Yields.
• Provide ongoing and detailed analysis of capacity and constraints. Proactively anticipate needs in every area and develop the means to improve capacity when necessary based on sales demand.
• Streamline material movement and increase inventory accuracy while reducing material losses. Determine material to be used for assembly builds that will yield optimal results.
• Demonstrated team building skills combined with fostering the development, training and cross training of employees to allow them to meet and achieve the operational objectives of the company.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate diverse population to build a cohesive team.
• Maintains the highest ethical and professional standards.
• Experience working within an ISO certified process.

Educational Requirements:

• BS in electrical, mechanical, or chemical engineering and 10 years semiconductor manufacturing experience; or
• Bachelor of Science in Business or Operational Management and 10 years experience in RF semiconductor manufacturing; or
• Four-year college degree in a related discipline or a technical field with 10 years experience in RF semiconductor manufacturing.

To apply, submit your resume and cover letter to:

E-mail:
jobs@nitronex.com
Fax: 919-807-9200

US Mail:
Attn: Human Resources
Nitronex, LLC
2305 Presidential Drive
Durham, NC 27703

North Carolina Suborbital Spaceflight Symposium and Investment Summit

When.  June 12, 2013

Where.  NC Biotechnology Center, 15 T.W. Alexander Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709

Space is central to our economy in two fundamental ways:  1) It provides scientific, commercial, military and government platforms (satellites, space stations, rockets, suborbital transportation) that support a variety of industries, and 2) space industry companies buy the products and services of non-space companies.

This event combines an educational symposium with an entrepreneur investment summit.  In the morning, you will learn about the commercial suborbital spaceflight industry and the benefits it can provide to North Carolina’s nanobiotechnology and defense industries.  The afternoon will feature pitches from entrepreneurs seeking investment capital and partnerships.  Through these pitches, they will also demonstrate how space is a driver of creative business ideas that may be of use to your company.

To view the event schedule or to register, visit: http://www.ncmbc.us/NCNewSpace.php

 FAYETTEVILLE (APRIL 11, 2013) – The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Gowen as a Business Development Specialist.  Serving businesses statewide (from Fayetteville Technical Community College), Mr. Gowen will principally work with existing military contractors to grow their federal business portfolio, execute current contracts effectively and to resolve any post-contract award issues.

“The business development team is the heart of the NCMBC,” said Scott Dorney, NCMBC Executive Director.  “Jeff will leverage 20 years of military experience and 10 years as a government contractor to assist businesses in winning and successfully executing federal contracts.” 

Prior to joining the NCMBC, Mr. Gowen was the director of business development for a service disabled veteran-owned small business located in Fayetteville, NC.  Prior to that, Mr. Gowen retired from the Army as the Chief of the Civil Affairs Training and Doctrine Division at the USAJFK Special Warfare Center and School’s Directorate of Doctrine and Training.                        

For full contact information for Mr. Gowen, visit: http://www.ncmbc.us/contact_us.php or email him at gowenj@ncmbc.us.

 # # #

The NCMBC is a component of the NC Community College System, headquartered at

Fayetteville Technical Community College (2201 Hull Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28303).

2013 NC Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium

United States Senator Richard Burr, the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC), the North Carolina Military Foundation, University of North Carolina and the Institute for Defense and Business are pleased to host the 2013 North Carolina Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium at the McKimmon Conference & Training Center at North Carolina State University in Raleigh on May 8-9, 2013.

The Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium will focus on the future advanced technology needs of the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies within the state.

Objective.  To establish a dialogue between industry, academia and government and form partnerships to address the future needs of the federal government to meet technology challenges ahead. Although all technologies are subject to discussion during the Symposium, the eight “Industry and Military Forums” will focus on the following technology sectors:

Bio Technologies

Biotechnology leverages our understanding of the natural sciences to create novel solutions, especially in the fields of bio-fuels, bio-manufacturing, human health, nanobio-technology, regenerative medicine and vaccines. Examples of areas of military application are bio-defense, logistics/bio-processing, material sciences (flexible body armor), electronics and sensing (Unattended Ground Sensors), bio-energetics (batteries/bio-refineries), and bio-mimetics and bio-metaphors (UAV Swarms).

Other forum discussions include:

• Advanced Materials and Manufacturing
• Cyber and Advanced Analytics
• Aerospace/UAV
• Medical Technologies
• Tactical Energy Solutions
• Human/Social Sciences & Behavioral Dynamics
• Ground Vehicle and Robotics

Registration.  Exhibitor and attendee registration is now open.  Exhibit space will sell quickly, register today to save your space! Visit  http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php.

Sponsorship.  Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event.  To review all opportunities, please visit:

http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php

2013 NC Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium

United States Senator Richard Burr, the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC), the North Carolina Military Foundation, University of North Carolina and the Institute for Defense and Business are pleased to host the 2013 North Carolina Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium at the McKimmon Conference & Training Center at North Carolina State University in Raleigh on May 8-9, 2013.

The Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium will focus on the future advanced technology needs of the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies within the state.

Objective.  To establish a dialogue between industry, academia and government and form partnerships to address the future needs of the federal government to meet technology challenges ahead. Although all technologies are subject to discussion during the Symposium, the eight “Industry and Military Forums” will focus on the following technology sectors:

Aerospace/UAV
Aerospace and UAV systems combine modern materials, advanced sensors, and networking technologies to offer otherwise impractical or impossible capabilities, including: rapid force deployment, intelligence-collection, and payload delivery.

Other forum discussions include:

• Advanced Materials and Manufacturing
• Cyber and Advanced Analytics
• Bio Technologies
• Medical Technologies
• Tactical Energy Solutions
• Human/Social Sciences & Behavioral Dynamics
• Ground Vehicle and Robotics

Registration.  Exhibitor and attendee registration is now open.  Exhibit space will sell quickly, register today to save your space! Visit  http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php.

Sponsorship.  Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event.  To review all opportunities, please visit:

http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php

The North Carolina Military Business Center
in conjunction with
The Fayetteville Regional Chamber
present:

“Proposal Writing” Part 1 – April 24, 2013 from 3:00 – 5:00 pm 

Presenter: Jeff Gowen, NC Military Business Center
This workshop is designed to give participants the basic skills necessary to read and understand a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Government contracts.  This is an introductory course which focuses on the basic skills and strategies necessary to answer a RFP.   Learn how to read an RFP, develop a compliance matrix, develop a proposal outline, and organize to write the proposal.  Responding to a Government RFP requires a significant amount of time and resources.  Even if your company has the best solution for the Government, failing to fully understand and respond to the RFP requirements can result in your solution being found by the Government evaluator’s as either non-responsive or non-compliant.

“Proposal Writing” Part 2  – Pricing – May 8, 2013 from 3:00 – 5:00 pm. 

Presenter: Jeff Gowen, NC Military Business Center

This workshop is designed to give participants the basic skills necessary to create comprehensive and competitive pricing bids for government contracts. This is an introductory course which focuses on basic skills and strategies necessary to compete in the Government sphere.   Responding to a Government RFP requires a significant amount of time and resources. Even if your company has the best solution for the Government, simple mistakes in pricing a proposal can cost your company the win.  Learn the steps necessary to price to win.

Where.  Both classes will be held at

Fayetteville Technical Community College

Center for Business & Industry, Room 111

2723 Fort Bragg Rd.

Fayetteville, NC

RSVP NOW – No Charge by contacting Toni Cunningham-Dixon at 910-483-0263

Manpower of Durham, NC has reached out to the NC Military Business Center to connect with transitioning military personnel and veterans for the following job opportunity:

Our client is a producer of high-purity industrial gases, which are sold and delivered to customers in all different industries. 

The location in Durham is looking for a candidate to work in all functions of the warehouse.  This would include everything from ensuring the gas canisters are presentable for the customers, double checking/servicing the gauges and valves, and managing the general shipping/receiving of the materials. 

This position is 1^st shift, Monday through Friday, fulltime hours.  It will start as a contract position, but is planned to transition to a permanent position pending attendance and performance. 

Pay will be between $14 and $16 an hour, based on previous experience working with contained gases. 

If interested/qualified, applicants may apply online at manpowerjobs.com!  Any applications or questions need to be directed to the Durham branch of Manpower at 919-544-1234. 

2013 NC Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium

United States Senator Richard Burr, the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC), the North Carolina Military Foundation, University of North Carolina and the Institute for Defense and Business are pleased to host the 2013 North Carolina Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium at the McKimmon Conference & Training Center at North Carolina State University in Raleigh on May 8-9, 2013.

The Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium will focus on the future advanced technology needs of the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies within the state.

Objective.  To establish a dialogue between industry, academia and government and form partnerships to address the future needs of the federal government to meet technology challenges ahead. Although all technologies are subject to discussion during the Symposium, the eight “Industry and Military Forums” will focus on the following technology sectors:

Human/Social Sciences/Cultural & Behavioral Dynamics

Human Social Cultural Behavioral (HSCB) Sciences is a technology investment area that strives to support decision making and improve tactical warfighter training and mission rehearsal by developing cross-cultural and sociocultural skills, computational social science models and simulations.

Other forum discussions include:

• Advanced Materials and Manufacturing
• Cyber and Advanced Analytics
• Bio Technologies
• Medical Technologies
• Tactical Energy Solutions
• Aerospace/UAV
• Ground Vehicle and Robotics

Registration.  Exhibitor and attendee registration is now open.  Exhibit space will sell quickly, register today to save your space! Visit  http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php.

Sponsorship.  Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event.  To review all opportunities, please visit:

http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php

ALTERNATIVE LENDING SEMINAR

FOR SMALL BUSINESSES AND ENTREPRENEURS

A seminar by alternative lenders providing assistance with access to capital for those clients unable to qualify for traditional bank commercial loan underwriting

April 24, 2013

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce

1099 Gum Branch Road

Jacksonville, NC.

Why you should attend:

This FREE seminar is to assist small businesses and entrepreneurs by providing alternative access to capital for those who are in business for less than two years; have insufficient collateral; credit scores below the bank minimum; higher debt to income ratios; non-standard cash flow revenue streams; or are seeking smaller loan amounts than what lenders may be interested in lending.

Lenders scheduled to attend:

• US Small Business Administration
• Cape Fear Farm Credit
• Revive Funding Suite
• Neuse River Development Authority
• Center for Economic Empowerment and Development (CEED)
• Self Help Credit Union
• The Business Loan Store
• The Support Center
• Quaker State Financial
• Vets Funding
• Dunn Committee of 100

HOW TO REGISTER FOR THIS FREE EVENT

Pre-Registration is required!

Call the Coastal Carolina Small Business Center at

910-938-6322

e-mail: reyesd@coastalcarolina.edu

Despite Sequestration, Opportunities Still Available for Government Contractors in the VA System

The Federal budget sequestration went into effect on March 1 and many Federal Government departments and agencies are feeling the effects of mandatory budget cuts. However, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is exempt from mandatory cuts under sequestration.

Eric Shinseki, the Secretary of the Dept of Veteran Affairs, emphasized that the VA’s exemption from budget cuts “acknowledges the Nation’s obligation to provide care and benefits to our Veterans who earned them, their eligible family members, and our survivors.” As a Veteran Owned Small Business, I applaud the Secretary’s statement.

So, what does this mean to you and your business?

If you are a current VA schedule holder (621 I, 65 II A, etc.), or if you do business with the VA through another Federal Supply Service (GSA) contract, this means that you may not feel the effects of sequestration.

If you provide non-healthcare products or services and are not presently doing business with the VA, it is time to look at VA opportunities. The VA will still need to procure other types of products and services to support their healthcare facilities and other activities.

Check out this link to do business with the Dept. of Veteran Affairs.  http://www.va.gov/oal/business/dbwva.asp

This post is provided by Diana Potts of G and E Advisor, dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com

Come Tech Out the Triangle Job Fair

NCTA, CED and Work in the Triangle have teamed up to host the COME TECH OUT the Triangle Job Fair to promote job openings in the tech industry. The Job Fair will take place in conjunction with NCTA’s State of Technology Conference which brings together leaders from across sectors, and functions, to discuss how technology is helping businesses and organizations thrive. Expected attendance is 300+ job seekers. Employer participation will be limited to the first 30 companies to sign up.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013
8:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Sheraton Imperial Hotel, Durham

EMPLOYERS: Looking to hire top talent? Register your company today!

Click here to complete the registration form and reserve your booth!

Benefits

All participating employers will receive the following:

• 1 job fair booth (includes one table, admission for 2 company representatives, use of power, wi-fi and refreshments)
• NCTA Job Board Package including 30 days of unlimited job postings and resume database search access
• Ability to participate in the virtual job fair (jobs will be tweeted and can be followed virtually)
• One complimentary registration to attend NCTA’s State of Technology Conference and pre-conference reception on April 24-25, 2013.
• Company recognition online and in print as a Job Fair participant

Rates

• $500 – Tech companies and companies hiring for IT with fewer than 100 employees in NC
• $750 – Tech companies and companies hiring for IT with 100 or more employees in NC
• $1,000 – Staffing/Recruiting firms

JOB SEEKERS: Looking for new career opportunities? 
The Job Fair is free to attend, but registration is required.

Click here to register as a job seeker*

*Third party recruiters may not attend unless their company is registered as a participating employer. Anyone wanting to participate for the sole purpose of promoting anything except jobs may not attend.

For more information please contact Alison Gordon, NCTA, at 919-890-0775 or  agordon@nctechnology.org

2013 NC Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium

United States Senator Richard Burr, the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC), the North Carolina Military Foundation, University of North Carolina and the Institute for Defense and Business are pleased to host the 2013 North Carolina Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium at the McKimmon Conference & Training Center at North Carolina State University in Raleigh on May 8-9, 2013.

The Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium will focus on the future advanced technology needs of the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies within the state.

Objective.  To establish a dialogue between industry, academia and government and form partnerships to address the future needs of the federal government to meet technology challenges ahead. Although all technologies are subject to discussion during the Symposium, the eight “Industry and Military Forums” will focus on the following technology sectors:

Ground Vehicles and Robotics
Ground vehicles and robotics is any ground based mobility solution used to improve the mobility and survivability of military personnel. Panelist should address revolutionary ways to increase mobility, safety and maintainability while increasing protection, reducing weight and decreasing fuel consumption in ground vehicles to function in a highly dynamic operational environment. This could include manned/unmanned vehicle manufacturing and component supply; armor manufacturing and components supply, and armaments.

Other forum discussions include:

• Advanced Materials and Manufacturing
• Cyber and Advanced Analytics
• Bio Technologies
• Medical Technologies
• Tactical Energy Solutions
• Aerospace/UAV
• Human/Social Sciences/Cultural & Behavioral Dynamics

Registration.  Exhibitor and attendee registration is now open.  Exhibit space will sell quickly, register today to save your space! Visit  http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php.

Sponsorship.  Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event.  To review all opportunities, please visit:

http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php

USAF Releases Its 2013 Energy Strategic Plan

The Air Force has reduced its fuel consumption by 12 percent since 2006, three years ahead of schedule, the service announced March 21. This announcement came as the Air Force unveiled its new “Energy Strategic Plan,” a road map for future energy consumption reductions in the service.

USAF has just released its 2013 Energy Plan, its first revision to the 2010 edition, and it addresses all the right topics, although at a very high, and highly polished, level.   The report is structured around four main priorities:

1. Improve Resiliency
2. Reduce Demand
3. Assure Supply
4. Foster an Energy Aware Culture

“Global Vigilance, Reach, and Power at home and abroad require vast amounts of energy – whether it is fuel for our aircraft, gas for our vehicles, or electricity for our space and cyberspace efforts. As the largest energy user in the federal government, the Air Force must find ways to reduce our energy consumption, especially given the current economic environment. To ensure Airmen always have reliable, secure access to energy when and where the mission requires, we will pursue an energy posture that is resilient, robust, and ready to support our global missions. “
– Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley

For a copy of the plan….

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B83Q27_xggOTaDJaM1FpVkktbVE/edit?pli=1

This post is provided by Diana Potts of G and E Advisor, dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com

Second Serving Culinary and Business Training

Based in Southern Pines, NC, Second Serving is a training program for, for veterans and spouses looking to develop culinary and business skills.  The major ingredients for this program are an entrepreneurial spirit, a willingness to work hard and have fun!

Upon completion, in addition to improving your cooking skills, you will be able to write a business plan, understand the marketing of this unique industry, identify the type of vehicle you will need and how to outfit it, and conduct the proper research for licensing in various areas.

For more information contact Leslie Philip, secondserving@icloud.com

If you would like your company to be featured in the business spotlight section, please email your content to Courtney Smedick at smedickc@ncmbc.us.

*The NC Military Business Center, the NC Community College System, and the State of North Carolina do not officially validate, warrant or endorse events, companies or activities listed on this website. These items are posted strictly for the information and convenience of NCMBC customers.

3^rd Annual NCDBA Expo and Symposium – April 9 – Pinehurst NC

The North Carolina Defense Business Association (NCDBA) hosts its 3^rd Annual Expo and Symposium on April 9^th at the Pinehurst Resort, Pinehurst NC. It has never been more important to connect and strengthen relationships in the defense industry. We are committed to hosting an event that will provide opportunities for business to business networking to companies working in the North Carolina defense industry.

We are proud to be committed to providing the 3rd Annual NCDBA Expo. We have redefined success in a way that promotes your business and provides stronger networking opportunities for you. We have modified the exhibit area to better meet the needs of our exhibitors to gain increased exposure for their business. The entrance to the breakfast and lunch event has been positioned to allow attendees to visit the exhibit floor before they enter the event room. This will ensure that your booth will gain exposure!

For more information or to register to attend visit www.ncdba.com

ABOUT THE 2013 NCDBA EXPO

NCDBA 3rd Annual Expo and Symposium
April 9, 2013
7:30 am – 5:00pm
Pinehurst Resort
80 Carolina Vista
Pinehurst NC

ABOUT THE NCDBA

The NCDBA is the North Carolina professional trade association for businesses that operate in the defense industry either as Prime DoD Contractor, a sub on a DoD contract or a vendor that offers products or services to support DoD contractors. The NCDBA consists of defense contractors, community and business leaders from across the state as well as military leadership. It is an organization that focuses on improving the economic environment to enhance businesses opportunities within the state.  It is designed to work in association with Chambers of Commerce, Economic Developers, Universities, Community Colleges and other organizations that working to build the defense industry in North Carolina. The NCDBA provides information to enhance defense and homeland security contracting capability, a variety of events for business to business networking, and connections to resources that can help business expand. Membership in the NCDBA allows you to participate in luncheons, workshops, business to business networking breakfasts and networking socials throughout the year. You may also visit the web site at www.ncdba.com for more information.

CREE Small Business Supplier Fair

When.  May 9, 2013 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.

Where.  Cree, Inc.  Cree Auditorium, 4600 Silicon Drive, Durham, NC 27703

Attendance is FREE and open to the public.

For more information contact Debra Giles, 919-407-7727 or visit: www.cree.com/sbsfair.

2013 NC Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium

United States Senator Richard Burr, the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC), the North Carolina Military Foundation, University of North Carolina and the Institute for Defense and Business are pleased to host the 2013 North Carolina Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium at the McKimmon Conference & Training Center at North Carolina State University in Raleigh on May 8-9, 2013.

The Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium will focus on the future advanced technology needs of the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies within the state.

Objective.  To establish a dialogue between industry, academia and government and form partnerships to address the future needs of the federal government to meet technology challenges ahead. Although all technologies are subject to discussion during the Symposium, the eight “Industry and Military Forums” will focus on the following technology sectors:

Cyber and Advanced Analytics

Cyber systems and advanced analytics utilize information architectures to – among other things – examine, organize, and model massive datasets to identify commonalities and anomalies in support of strategic and tactical decision making.

Other forum discussions include:

• Advanced Materials and Manufacturing
• Ground Vehicles and Robotics
• Bio Technologies
• Medical Technologies
• Tactical Energy Solutions
• Aerospace/UAV
• Human/Social Sciences/Cultural & Behavioral Dynamics

Registration.  Exhibitor and attendee registration is now open.  Exhibit space will sell quickly, register today to save your space! Visit  http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php.

Sponsorship.  Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event.  To review all opportunities, please visit:

http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php

This post is provided by Diana Potts of G and E Advisor, dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com

One Acquisition Solution for Integrated Services (OASIS)

Summary:

GSA’s Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) is developing a next generation contract vehicle for complex, integrated professional services with an equal or ancillary information technology (IT) component. GSA expects to address both commercial and non-commercial services. GSA will engage federal agencies and industry professional service firms in a collaborative process to identify the most advantageous structure for this contract and the best practices to incorporate into its design. GSA goal is to create a contract vehicle that provides a total solution to agencies’ needs. GSA also intends to leverage the federal buying power to drive efficiencies and savings while maximizing opportunities for small businesses to participate in providing these services.

OASIS is expected to include the following professional services: program management and consulting services; logistics services; financial services; professional engineering services; and equal or ancillary IT components.

GSA understands that offering a total solution across the enterprise can be challenging, especially for small businesses. GSA is interested in compiling a list of businesses to help gather relevant information about other companies that are interested in partnering. GSA will encourage the participation of both small businesses that may not have experience in all of the core disciplines that are named (Program Management and Consulting, Logistics, Professional Engineering, and Financial) and need to form a relationship with a company that can fill the gaps, and large businesses that would like to form relationships with smaller organizations that can provide subcontracting opportunities, as OASIS will have aggressive subcontracting goals.

Visit the new OASIS site on the GSA homepage:

http://www.gsa.gov/portal/content/127027

Estimated Value—12 Billion (Government Estimate)

Duration—10 Years

Significance:

• GSA is planning both Full & Open and Set-Aside procurements for this vehicle; although at this time the ceiling value for each has not yet been determined.

• OASIS is intended to be a multiple award ID/IQ GWAC.

• OASIS is a new requirement with no incumbents.

• A draft RFP is expected to be released by the end of March 2013.

This post is provided by Diana Potts of G and E Advisor, dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com

2013 NC Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium

United States Senator Richard Burr, the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC), the North Carolina Military Foundation, University of North Carolina and the Institute for Defense and Business are pleased to host the 2013 North Carolina Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium at the McKimmon Conference & Training Center at North Carolina State University in Raleigh on May 8-9, 2013.

The Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium will focus on the future advanced technology needs of the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies within the state.

Objective.  To establish a dialogue between industry, academia and government and form partnerships to address the future needs of the federal government to meet technology challenges ahead. Although all technologies are subject to discussion during the Symposium, the eight “Industry and Military Forums” will focus on the following technology sectors:

Tactical Energy Solutions
Provide energy and power solutions to improve a tactical unit’s sustainability and mission effectiveness while operating in an austere environment. Solutions should address minimizing weight and size of power sources, alternate fuel sources that are more readily available in less developed countries, and/or sources that have a greater life span.

Other forum discussions include:

• Advanced Materials and Manufacturing
• Ground Vehicles and Robotics
• Bio Technologies
• Medical Technologies
• Cyber and Advanced Analytics
• Aerospace/UAV
• Human/Social Sciences/Cultural & Behavioral Dynamics

Registration.  Exhibitor and attendee registration is now open.  Exhibit space will sell quickly, register today to save your space! Visit  http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php.

Sponsorship.  Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event.  To review all opportunities, please visit:

http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php

This post is provided by Diana Potts of G and E Advisor, dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com

Even with the current budget cuts the Federal Government is undergoing, there are still large opportunities coming in 2013.  On the top of the list is the Training Systems Acquisition III Program (TSA III).

Here is a quick synopsis of this opportunity with the latest update.

Training Systems Acquisition III Program (TSA III)

Solicitation Number: FA8621-13-R-6252

Summary:

The Department of Air Force, Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), has a follow-on requirement for the performance-based acquisition of training systems. These requirements encompass analysis, design, development, production, installation, integration, test, database generation and sustainment. The objective of this effort is to provide significantly reduced acquisition lead-time which is required for the U.S. Air Force, Foreign Military Sales (FMS), Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard’s training requirements.

Significance:

• The Air Force plans to consolidate 33 current and 6 potential programs into the follow-on TSA III effort. TSA III contracts will support various Air Force customers and Foreign Military Sales (FMS). Work will be performed in both Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside of Continental United States (OCONUS) locations.

• As multiple programs are being consolidated into TSA III, it makes it that much more important for contractors to win a spot on this contract so that they do not miss out on future work and contract dollars with the Air Force.

• TSA II’s reported obligations are approaching the ceiling with $2.4 billion reported as of September 2012. Since many current and future programs will be consolidated into TSA III, the contract ceiling is expected to swell to over $20 billion when compared to TSA II’s $3 billion contract ceiling.

Estimated Value — $20.9 billion (Government Estimate)

Duration– 10 years (5 year base and 5 x 1 year option periods)

Incumbents–  Lockheed Martin, Rockwell Collins Inc., Textron Inc., Cubic Corporation, CAE Inc., Boeing, NCI Information Systems Inc., L-3 Communications Corporation, Flight Safety Services Corporation, LB&B Associates Inc., SYTRONICS, Inc.

Primary Requirement—IT Services

Latest Update….

19 March 2013:  This update is to notify industry that the Government is still working through Air Force channels to obtain approval to release the RFP.  At this time, we cannot provide an approximate date for RFP release; although, it will most likely be a minimum of 45 days out.  We will post an update notifying industry when we are closer to RFP release.

All questions/thoughts/ concerns should be addressed to Buyer, Marcia Hall, at 937-255-3693, marcia.hall@wpafb.af.mil.

Provided by Diana Potts/ CEO of G and E Advisors dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com

A $10 Billion opportunity is coming up on a contract vehicle with the National Institutes of Health. This vehicle is rebid every 5 years by the Chief Information Officer – Commodity Solutions of the National Institutes of Health and is therefore known as the CIO-CS contract. The solicitation is available as RFP NIHOD2013418 – DRAFT. To down load the RFP, Click HERE

There are four product groups to bid on:
1. Product Group 1 – Health and Biomedical Research IT Capabilities
2. Product Group 2 – Security and Cyber-security Capabilities
3. Product Group 3 – Commodity IT – End User Devices
4. Product Group 4 – Commodity IT – Infrastructure

This is an exciting opportunity so download the Draft RFP, read it and contact us if you want to get involved with this opportunity. Questions/comments are due by 10 AM on April 8. The NIH plans an award on or before November 26, 2013 so you have plenty of time to get after this full and open opportunity.

2013 NC Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium

United States Senator Richard Burr, the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC), the North Carolina Military Foundation, University of North Carolina and the Institute for Defense and Business are pleased to host the 2013 North Carolina Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium at the McKimmon Conference & Training Center at North Carolina State University in Raleigh on May 8-9, 2013.

The Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium will focus on the future advanced technology needs of the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies within the state.

Objective.  To establish a dialogue between industry, academia and government and form partnerships to address the future needs of the federal government to meet technology challenges ahead. Although all technologies are subject to discussion during the Symposium, the eight “Industry and Military Forums” will focus on the following technology sectors:

Medical Technologies
Advanced medical solutions to assist in the treatment of military service members to increase their survivability on the battlefield, hasten their recovery, and/or assist in improving their quality of life after their military service.

Other forum discussions include:

• Tactical Energy Solutions
• Ground Vehicles and Robotics
• Bio Technologies
• Advanced Materials and Manufacturing
• Cyber and Advanced Analytics
• Aerospace/UAV
• Human/Social Sciences/Cultural & Behavioral Dynamics

Registration.  Exhibitor and attendee registration is now open.  Exhibit space will sell quickly, register today to save your space! Visit  http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php.

Sponsorship.  Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event.  To review all opportunities, please visit:

http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php

2013 NC Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium

United States Senator Richard Burr, the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC), the North Carolina Military Foundation, University of North Carolina and the Institute for Defense and Business are pleased to host the 2013 North Carolina Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium at the McKimmon Conference & Training Center at North Carolina State University in Raleigh on May 8-9, 2013.

The Federal Advanced Technologies Symposium will focus on the future advanced technology needs of the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies within the state.

Objective.  To establish a dialogue between industry, academia and government and form partnerships to address the future needs of the federal government to meet technology challenges ahead. Although all technologies are subject to discussion during the Symposium, the eight “Industry and Military Forums” will focus on the following technology sectors:

Advanced Materials and Manufacturing
Performance materials are lighter and stronger materials used in a wide variety of applications, including: defense vehicles, electronic systems, protective gear, and uniforms. Example of these materials includes composites, nanomaterials, multi-functional materials, and metamaterials.

Other forum discussions include:

• Tactical Energy Solutions
• Ground Vehicles and Robotics
• Bio Technologies
• Medical Technologies
• Cyber and Advanced Analytics
• Aerospace/UAV
• Human/Social Sciences/Cultural & Behavioral Dynamics

Registration.  Exhibitor and attendee registration is now open.  Exhibit space will sell quickly, register today to save your space! Visit  http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php.

Sponsorship.  Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event.  To review all opportunities, please visit:

http://www.ncmbc.us/2013NCFATS/event.php

CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. (March 12, 2013) – Marine Corps Installations East, Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Coastal Carolina Community College and the North Carolina Military Business Center will host two Small Business Outreach events targeting firms who wish to do business with Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. The first event is scheduled March 19 at Bodenhammer Auditorium, Coastal Carolina Community College in Jacksonville, N.C. from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The second event is scheduled March 20 at Joslyn Hall, Carteret Community College in Morehead City, N.C., from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Small Business and Acquisition Representatives from Camp Lejeune and Cherry Point will provide an update on current procedures and contract opportunities with the Marine Corps and United States Navy, highlighting the most significant changes which have occurred in the past year.

From sequestration and strategic sourcing to size standards and set-asides, the one constant of 2013 is change. Adaptability is key. Past procedures and previous best procedures will have to adjust for us all.

Pre-registration is required. To register visit

http://www.ncmbc.us/CampLejeuneMCASCherryPointSBRegistration.htm

FORT BRAGG SMALL BUSINESS OUTREACH EVENT ANNOUNCED

Connecting military and business to discuss contract opportunities and fiscal challenges

FAYETTEVILLE (March 13, 2013) – The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC), Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) and the Fort Bragg Regional Alliance are pleased to host the Fort Bragg Small Business Outreach Event on April 3, 2013 at FTCC in the Tony Rand Student Center, Multi-Purpose Room, 2201 Hull Road in Fayetteville, North Carolina from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm.

Fort Bragg requirements and contracting officials and small business representatives will provide an update on contract opportunities, current procedures for doing business with the US Army and Fort Bragg commands and challenges in federal contracting in a dynamic budget environment.

“It is more important than ever for businesses to understand the facts about the impact of a constrained budget situation on the contracting environment at Fort Bragg,” said Scott Dorney, Executive Director of the NCMBC.

Panels will include: a contracting panel, discussing the acquisition environment, trends, roles and small business goals; a construction and public works services panel; a logistics services (maintenance, transportation and supply) panel; a panel on food acquisition for dining facilities and commissaries; and a panel discussing acquisition for non-appropriated fund activities and the retail sales Exchange.

“The panel line up – for which both contracting and requirements officials and prime contractor representatives have been invited – will provide a unique opportunity for businesses to talk face-to-face with officials at Fort Bragg who actually generate a broad range of contract opportunities on Fort Bragg,” said Dorney.

North Carolina State Treasurer Janet Cowell will also attend and provide brief remarks.  Her participation in the Outreach Event will coincide with a visit to the Fayetteville/Fort Bragg community, being organized by FTCC, to discuss the fiscal health of the state and how state government can do a better job of shaping policies or procedures that meet the unique needs of the military community.

This Outreach Event is free to attend; however, registration is required.  Register early to ensure your spot – registration will close when the event reaches capacity.  To register for the event, visit http://www.ncmbc.us/FortBraggSBOutreach_000.php.

The North Carolina Military Business Center congratulates Remington Arms of Madison, NC (Mayodan, NC) on winning a ten year, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity, firm-fixed-price contract for purchase of the precision sniper rifle (PSR) system to equip US special operations forces.

The estimated contract value is $79,717,783. The maximum quantities for this requirement are projected to be 5,150 PSR systems and 4,696,800 rounds of ammunition. The assembly work will be performed at Remington facilities in Ilion, N.Y. and Elizabethtown, Ky., and the ammunition at Barnes Bullets facility, Mona, Utah. The expected completion date is March 7, 2023. The contracting activity is U.S. Special Operations Command, MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., (H92222-13-D-0003).

On March 5, the NCMBC and Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) co-hosted a subcontractor industry event with Remington Defense at the GTCC campus in Jamestown, NC.  This forum introduced NC-based potential suppliers to Remington Defense and its military weapon and ammunition programs, informed NC businesses about how to succeed as a supplier or subcontractor to Remington Defense, and included one-on-one sessions between NC businesses and Remington Defense supply chain team members from North Carolina, New York and Georgia.

NCMBC can provide additional assistance to businesses with the capacity to supply Remington Defense.  Please contact Rick Gilmore at gilmorer@ncmbc.us or 336.334.4822 x 62002.

U.S. Senator Kay Hagan today announced she is co-hosting a “Back to Work North Carolina Jobs Fair” with Wake Technical Community College in Raleigh, NC on April 2^nd.

“While we are seeing hopeful signs that our economy is headed in the right direction, it is simply not enough for North Carolinians still struggling to find work,” Hagan said. “I am hosting a free jobs fair with Wake Tech to connect workers with the jobs that are available, and I encourage anyone in the area to attend. I am working every single day to get our state’s economy back on track and get North Carolina back to work.”

The job fair, which runs from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., is free to employers and job seekers. All businesses, large and small, are encouraged to participate. For employer registration details, please contact Amanda Gabriel at Amanda_Gabriel@hagan.senate.gov.

There is no pre-registration required for job seekers.

Hagan will continue to meet with small business owners, workers, veterans, manufacturers, workforce development officers, community college administrators, and others to gain input and feedback about concrete steps that can put people back to work right now.

What: 2013 North Carolina Back to Work Jobs Fair

When: April 2, 2013, 9 a.m. to 12 noon

Where: Wake Technical Community College

9101 Fayetteville Road

Raleigh, NC 27603

This post is provided by Diana Potts of G and E Advisor, dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com

The Effects of Sequestration on GSA Schedules

You’ve been hearing a lot lately about the threat of “sequestration” looming over government programs.  So how would sequestration impact GSA Schedule contracts? The impact of sequestration will be at the Task Order/Deliver Order level rather than at the contract level. The procurement officers at various ordering activities could implement sequestration by either not placing new orders or, in some cases, cancelling or terminating existing orders, in whole or in part.

So, what should you do cope with these uncertainties now? Start now!!

Develop plans for replacement business.  Discuss these plans with key executives and industry associations such as the NCMBC. They may have creative suggestions that you never heard of to develop strategies to be prepared if business is lost as described above.

Keep the lines of communication open with your contracting officers and other key agency personnel. Listen! Observe! Obtain as much information as you can on how the agency will be impacted; and how your contract might be impacted; and the prognosis for future contracts from the agency.  Several large contracts are coming out in the Environmental and IT fields in the near future that are set aside for small businesses.  Keep in touch with your BDS at the NCMBC to find out about these opportunities.

There is a current Request for Quote (RFQ) solicitation, valued at approximately $200 million for support services at the Department of Energy. This solicitation is a total small business set-aside for the Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)’s Enterprise Wide Management, Organizational, and Administrative Support Services Blanket Purchase Agreement. The anticipated Blanket Purchase Agreement will be established under the General Services Administration Federal Supply Schedule contracts.

FedBizOpps Listing: https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=d760367356ed761e2a23b785eb3e7036&tab=core&tabmode=list&=

Are you prepared to win more business in FY 2013? The new government contracting year brings a new list of top opportunities in the market.  The GSA Schedules Program serves as the catalyst for billions of dollars in federal spending, helping meet procurement needs for eligible users, including all branches of federal and State and local government through applicable programs. These long-term Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts assist customers with procuring a vast array of supplies and services directly from quality commercial suppliers.  Due to sequestration, Federal ordering offices are being pushed to use GSA Schedule holders since the pricing is pre-negotiated and the companies are prescreened.  The above opportunity is just one of those that will be coming out that will use GSA.  Getting on schedule now is a great way to replace and expand your government business.

Diana Potts/CEO

G and E Advisor

dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com

Being sustainable is not only good for the environment, it helps you save money as well! Don’t miss this great event on March 22nd! Register online now, go to http://bccsustainability.eventbrite.com/# to register and for more information.

Theme: “Sustainability and the Future of Energy and Water”

The symposium is a collaborative effort between BCC and the North Carolina Military Business Center. This event aims to explore the many interrelated aspects of incorporating: sustainability practices, training, and opportunities for city & town planners, business & industry, federal & state agencies, and individuals. The symposium will provide the opportunity to: network, promote resources, and learn about sustainability practices and certifications.
When: Friday, March 22, 2013 from 8:00 – 3:00 pm.
Where: Brunswick Community College Leland Center for Economic and Workforce Development 2050 Enterprise
Drive, Leland, NC 28451 (Leland Industrial Park off HWY 74/76)
Purpose: This event explores the impact energy and water is having on businesses and communities when making
decisions for economic development, entrepreneurial opportunities, innovation, and long range planning
SESSIONS TO INCLUDE:
• Smart Grid and the Energy Cost of Moving Water
• The Energy and Water Connection for Sustainable Agriculture
Why & How to Make Your Small Business More Sustainable
• Biofuel from Switch Grass and Algae
Energy Conservation and Renewable Energy
• Energy and Waste Assessments for the Tourism Industry
Tracking Waste to Energy Opportunities in NC
• Sustainable Facility Operations with Zero Capital Investment
The Future of Energy the Next 40 Years
• Planning for Electrical Cars
Water Challenges and Strategies
• Doing Business with the Federal Government
FEATURED SPEAKERS:
Len Hoey
Dr. David McNeils
Jim Siplon

For more information: http://www.ncmbc.us/3rdSustainabilitySympExpoforSoutheasternNC.php

North Carolina companies have the opportunity to respond to the Corps of Engineers about proposed use of PLAs.  For more information see below.

The following information was provided by ABC Carolinas for more information contact Doug Carlson at dcarlson@abccarolinas.org

Charlotte, NC. – The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) today released a PLAWATCH ALERT and call for action to defeat a possible Project Labor Agreement (PLA).

“ABC promotes open competition,” says Doug Carlson, ABC President & CEO.  “Project Labor Agreements (PLA) waste taxpayer funds, limit competition, and eliminate 98% of contractors in the Carolinas from working on government taxpayer funded projects.”

ABC members need to respond to this call to action to halt this assault.  “Grassroots efforts are critical to voice our industries concerns,” said Carlson.  “The industry needs to get engaged and defeat this assault on open competition.”

Your prompt attention is needed.  Surveys are due by March 8th!  Please see the letter below for information and a template response form from ABC National team leader, Ben Brubeck.

____________________________________________________________________________________

Dear Friend,

Please share this email with merit shop contracting community stakeholders and share this link on social media: http://thetruthaboutplas.com/?p=8519

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Savannah District is requesting comments from the construction community addressing potential government-mandated project labor agreements (PLAs) on unspecified large-scale federal construction projects within the Savannah District in North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia.

To review the PLA survey and follow response instructions, click here.

Responses must be submitted via email to CESASCTSAS@usace.army.mil no later than 3 p.m. (EST) on Friday, March 8, 2013.

Click Here for a Template contractors can use to respond to the PLA survey. Please rename the file before submission and pay close attention to the highlighted sections and customize it as much as possible.

Please cc Ben Brubeck (Brubeck@abc.org), ABC National director of labor and federal procurement, in the event ABC needs to take additional steps to fight a PLA mandate or preference.

TheTruthAboutPLAs.com, a project of ABC National, encourages the merit shop contracting community to respond to this PLA survey. Tell the USACE that government-mandated PLAs reduce competition, increase costs, and impede the economy and efficiency of government contracting.

USACE and other federal agencies have issued more than 150 similar surveys requesting information about the potential use of PLAs on specific construction projects across the country as a result of regulations and federal agency policies stemming from President Obama’s pro-government-mandated PLA Executive Order 13502, which encourages federal agencies to mandate PLAs on a case-by-case basis for federal construction projects exceeding $25 million in total cost.

ABC National has taken the opportunity to respond to all PLA surveys as they are issued and encourages the merit shop contracting community to do the same. Responding with accurate and timely information is critical and effective at creating more work for qualified merit shop contractors and their skilled employees.

To stay up to date on future federal PLA survey alerts, “Like” our Facebook page at Facebook.com/thetruthaboutplas and follow us on Twitter at Twitter.com/truthaboutplas.

To help TheTruthAboutPLAs.com continue to ensure fair and open competition on federal, state and local construction projects funded by taxpayer dollars, make a donation here.

Thanks,

Ben

This post is provided by Diana Potts of G and E Advisor, dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com

The Enhanced Army Global Logistics Enterprise program is the latest defense vehicle designed to procure a suite of logistics tools and services for today’s warfighter. EAGLE (not to be confused with the Homeland Security Department’s EAGLE procurement contract) leverages a unique contracting framework to help customers procure services.

Under the basic ordering agreement process, the contracting office must advertise all annual and emergent requirements and update the BOAs annually. Should any new requirements that capabilities be needed, the contracting office must reopen the process for potential new contractors to become qualified BOA holders to submit proposals.

EAGLE at a Glance

The Enhanced Army Global Logistics Enterprise is not a contract, but a program for procuring global logistic services. Administered through Army Sustainment Command, the program’s three main

legs provide support to maintenance operations, supply operations, and transportation services. EAGLE supports directorates of logistics, Army prepositioned stocks, theater-provided equipment, in-theater maintenance, left-behind equipment, pre-deployment training equipment, new equipment training and

new equipment fielding, to name a few areas.

This acquisition strategy has no minimums or maximums, but has a potential value of $23.8 billion over five years.

As of year 1:

• Installations covered: 37

• BOA holders: 112

• Small business prime contractors: 65

Program Objectives

• Installation level single logistics provider across Army and potentially other services

• Increases opportunities for small business as primes

• Cost avoidance due to reduced contract lead time

• Expanded competition

• Provides customer services for requirements documentation development

• Dedicated business office

For more information: http://www.aschq.army.mil/ac/aaisdus/EAGLE.aspx

Provided by Diana Potts of G and E Advisor, dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com

MONTGOMERY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

2013 SPRING SEMESTER SCHEDULE

SMALL BUSINESS CENTER SEMINARS

March 6, 2013 – Montgomery Community College, Troy, NC

Selling to the Federal Government – NCMBC Overview

The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) connects small and mid-size businesses with military and other federal business opportunities.  The NCMBC will provide an overview of its services and explain how to evaluate military and other federal business opportunities.  NCMBC services include: a business assistance team that finds opportunities, notifies businesses and helps them develop winning proposals; running the State’s official, FREE web portal, www.MatchForce.org, which automatically matches NC businesses to federal opportunities; and conducting strategic initiatives to position North Carolina businesses to win future military contracts.

Instructor:      Linn Owen – NCMBC

Date:               March 6, Wednesday

Time:              1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Fee:                 Free

Location:  Room 105 – Blair Auditorium, Montgomery Community College, 1011 Page Street, Troy, NC  27371

To register, please contact Richard Hinson by phone at 910-576-6222 Extension 216 or by e-mail at hinsonr@montgomery.edu.

Smith Anderson law firm in Raleigh, which specializes in government contracting law, has issued a Client Alert concerning clauses in the National Defense Authorization Act that will change small business contracting and teaming.  These clauses include changes that will expand the SBA’s surety bond program for government construction contractors, remove the contract award cap on Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) contracts and potentially expand SBA mentor protégé programs from only 8a to other small business programs.  To read the Smith Anderson Client Alert in its entirety, click here.

Contact:

Phil Barnhill

emsdcbarnhill@aol.com

(336) 275-1101

2013 Gate City Minority Business Opportunity Fair

Greensboro business leaders invited to attend on March 7th

Greensboro, N.C. (February 19, 2013) – East Market Street Development Corporation will host the 2^nd Annual Gate City Minority Business Opportunity Fair on Thursday, March 7, 2013. This networking event is free and open to minority and women-owned businesses interested in contracting opportunities with the local public institutions and governmental agencies.

Participants in The Gate City Minority Business Opportunity Fair will include key representatives from the City of Greensboro, Guilford County, Guilford County Schools, Guilford Technical Community College, NC A&T State University, NC Department of Transportation, NC Military Business Center and The University of North Carolina at Greensboro. The networking event will be held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Galleria Events Center, 1325 S. Eugene St., Greensboro, NC 27406. Event attendees will also be able to learn about additional opportunities with event sponsors including: Edifice, Inc., High Point Bank, KBR Building Group, Rentenbach Constructors, Samet/Barton Malow/SRS, The Support Center, Weaver Cooke Construction and more to be added.

The business fair is hosted by the East Market Street Development Corporation to support Historically Underutilized Businesses including minority and women-owned business enterprises. “This networking event is a huge opportunity for HUB firms to gain exposure to public and private entities with well over $400 million to be spent in 2013 alone,” said Phil Barnhill, Director of Operations, East Market Street Development Corporation.

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East Market Street Development Corporation

East Market Street Development Corporation (EMSDC) is the lead agent working towards the revitalization of the East Market Street corridor. The fundamental mission of EMSDC is to make the area an economically vibrant, attractive, pedestrian-friendly, and safe community that attracts and sustains existing and new businesses with continuing commitment to minority entrepreneurial development and the area’s unique cultural center, through diverse partnerships and leveraged resources.

EMSDC activities and programs are focused in three areas:

• Minority Entrepreneurship
• Community Development/Neighborhood Support
• Economic Revitalization

The overall goal is to build community and restore pride in the East Market Street corridor and east Greensboro.

Teaming Arrangements

Come hear Jen Miller, a Federal Contracting Attorney with Wyrick Robbins in Raleigh, as she reviews and compares major vendor team building strategies, including joint ventures, prime-sub relationships and mentor-protégé programs; assesses the pro’s/con’s and differences of each; and reviews strategies for your business to team successfully with others and to win more contracts – NOW!

Wednesday, February 20, 3-5 p.m.

FTCC Center For Business & Industry

Room 111 – 2723 Fort Bragg Road

FREE event. Pre-registration is required. Click here for registration. 

For more information, click here, or contact Toni Cunnigan-Dixon at (910) 484-4242 ext. 232.

Good News for Surety Bonds Assistance for Small Businesses from SBA

A major revision in the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Surety Bond Guarantee (SBG) Program more than triples the eligible contract amount, from $2 million to $6.5 million, the Agency will guarantee on surety bonds for both public and private contracts. The higher surety bond guarantee limits are expected to help construction and service sector small businesses gain greater access to private and public contracts and secure larger contracts vital to small business growth.

“These new contract ceilings are one more way we can help small businesses, particularly in the construction and service sectors, compete for and win critical contracting opportunities that help them grow their businesses and create jobs,” SBA Administrator Karen Mills said. “Additionally, these changes, which are enthusiastically supported across the surety industry and small business community, will help spur economic growth and recovery in areas that have been hard hit by disasters, bringing jobs and economic activity to regions at a time when it is needed most.”

The revisions are a result of the Fiscal Year 2013 National Defense Authorization Act and are expected to bolster participation by surety bond agents and brokers and their surety companies in SBA’s SBG Program.

The changes also allow SBA to guarantee bonds for government contracts valued at up to $10 million if a contracting officer of a federal agency certifies that the guarantee is necessary for the small business to obtain bonding, and it is in the best interests of the government.

SBA partners with the surety industry to help small businesses that would otherwise be unable to obtain bonding in the traditional commercial marketplace. Under the partnership, SBA provides a guarantee to the participating surety company of between 70 and 90 percent of the bond amount if a contractor defaults or fails to perform.

SBA assistance in locating a participating surety company or agent, and completing application forms, is available online. For more information on SBA’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program, including Surety Office contacts, go online to  http://www.sba.gov/osg/, or call 1-800-U-ASK-SBA.

Internet Address:http://www.sba.gov/news

SOURCE U.S. Small Business Administration

Press Release on Remington Defense Contractor Industry Day! To read the information, follow the steps below:

Go to http://www.ncmbc.us/Remington.php and  click the link located by Press Release.

Green Certifying Your Business Lunch & Learn                   

Thursday, March Thursday, March 14th 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Location:
Fayetteville Technical Community College
CBI Lecture Room 111
Fayetteville, NC

The federal government is mandated to use environmental supplies and services. Beginning in 2012 there will be a new program established for federal agencies to use companies that are green. Find out about the new program and how it gives you additional points when bidding. Start your green certification program now and don’t get left behind. The big businesses have already started “greening”!

Contact Information:
Ms. Toni Cunnigan-Dixon
Director, Military Affairs Council
Manager, Programs and Events
Fayetteville Regional Chamber
(910) 484-4242 ext. 232
(910) 433-6767 –Direct

Subcontractor Training
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
3:00-5:00
Location:
Fayetteville Technical Community College
CBI Lecture Room 111
Fayetteville, NC

”Team Arrangements, Joint Ventures, Subcontracting,Mentor-Protégé Programs”

Review and comparison of the four major vendor team building strategies; assess the pro’s & con’s / differences of each; develop strategies to team successfully with companies that can help you win work.

For more information, please see the contact information below:
Ms. Toni Cunnigan-Dixon
Director, Military Affairs Council
Manager, Programs and Events
Fayetteville Regional Chamber
(910) 484-4242 ext. 232
(910) 433-6767 –Direct

First S&T Officers Quarterly Meeting Held

On January 30, 2013 the NCMBC held the first quarterly meeting of Science and Technology Officers from the various federal agencies in the State of North Carolina.  The purpose was to provide an opportunity for command representatives to meet and discuss areas of mutual interest, concern and needs as well as receive in-depth presentations on advanced technology that might be a solution or a way ahead technology for future use by the defense community.

Three of the eight technology areas that are the focus of this effort were represented: Aerospace/UAV, Tactical Energy Solutions and Advanced Materials.  The meeting was held at the Center for Business & Industry of Fayetteville Technical Community College from 1000 to 1430 and interspaced the formal presentations with adequate time for questions, answers and idea exchange between all those in attendance.

Sponsored by the NCMBC, in partnership with the NC Military Foundation and the UNC GA, three more meetings are planned for this year as well as the North Carolina Federal Advanced Technology Symposium on May 9, 2013.  For additional information please contact Mickey Finn, Strategic Programs Director, at finnm@ncmbc.us.

The current and future state of manufacturing in North Carolina and the United States will be the key focus for the 28th Annual Emerging Issues Forum, @ManufacturingWorks, to be held on February 11-12, 2013, at the Raleigh (NC) Convention Center. Currently, North Carolina ranks fourth in manufacturing production in the United States; yet, as we examine this diverse and rapidly changing sector, we learn that constant innovation is the currency of new manufacturing in a global marketplace.

Through its 27 prior annual iterations, the Emerging Issues Forum has established itself as a national event, attended by each of the last 5 US presidents, as well as leaders and innovators in every field. This year will be no different as we bring national, regional, and local business leaders, lawmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, community leaders, and others for a together in Raleigh for a two-day, collaborative conference event to examine the challenges facing manufacturing, the innovations that will turn the tide, and collaboratively develop a path forward for this vital sector.

The full scope of manufacturing will be game during the Forum, and many key participants and organizations engaged in manufacturing with military ties will be involved in this important conversation. The continued development, sustainability, and growth of this particular segment will benefit all of North Carolina manufacturing. The skills, experiences, and discipline that are second nature to returning service members will be an important resource that much of the manufacturing community will look to integrate into their businesses. More specific investigations, such as how we can better develop technical skills in our community college system, will also benefit from the military perspective.

From sharing current best practices to introducing the ideas, people, and organizations at the cutting edge of industry, planning, and policy, the Emerging Issues Forum aims to chart a path forward for manufacturing in North Carolina and the United States. Bring your ideas. Learn from others. Be inspired. Act.

If you are interested in being involved and participating in this year’s Emerging Issues Forum, visit our website (www.emergingissues.org) for more information or to register.

Harry Moser is nationally known for his research and support of bringing jobs back to the USA. His organization The Reshoring Initiative has created a free software package called Total Cost of Ownership that yields information not always analyzed by decision makers. He estimates some 25% of offshoring would not have been undertaken had this information been used.

Harry has debated this issue with an academic economist – hosted by THE ECONOMIST, one of the leading business magazines in the world. Please visit www.reshorenow.org and read the arguments and vote as you see fit by Feb 1 deadline. This information needs to get out to as many people as possible!

While the MILCON forecast at the Marine Corps bases is much lighter than in prior heavier hitting years, at least 5 projects are expected to be released sometime in the next 6 weeks, and a 6th project will be released to a MACC. Here is a list of those projects and the approximate release date:

Q1218 SOF Marine Battalion Company Team Facilities (MCB Camp Lejeune), DB, $53.4M- 1/31/13
Q1393 SOF Survival Evasion Resistance Escape Training Facility (MCB Camp Lejeune), DB , $5.4M- 1/31/13
P8144 Medical Clinic Replacement (MCB Camp Lejeune) DBB, $21.2M- 2/1/13
P 163 Marine Air Support Squadron Complex (MCAS Cherry Point), DB, $34M- 2/27/13
P 601 Armory (MCAS Cherry Point), DBB, $11.5 M -3/27/13

The 6th project will be P 711, a Personnel Administration Center, expected to have been released on the general MACC sometime in January 2013. Check the ncmbc website for more updates.

Registration is now open for Camp Lejeune & MCAS Cherry Point Small Business Outreach Events!

“Not Like Yesterday”

From sequestration and strategic sourcing to size standards and set-asides, the one constant of 2013 is change.  Adaptability is key.  Past practices and previous best procedures for all of us will have to adjust.

Small Business and Acquisition Representatives from Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point will provide an update on current procedures and contract opportunities with the Marine Corps and United States Navy, highlighting the most significant changes which have occurred in the past year.

For more information or to register, click here.

Registration for Remington Defense: Subcontractor Industry Day is now open!

Purpose. This event provides a forum to learn about Remington Defense and its military weapon and ammunition programs, to network with and to present your business to the Remington Defense team in a one-on-one session, and to learn how to succeed in working as a supplier and subcontractor to Remington Defense.

Who. Businesses in North Carolina interested in providing supplier and subcontractor support to Remington Defense, headquartered in Madison, NC.  Likely categories of subcontractors include those in machining, assembly, packaging and related production activities (more details to follow soon).  One-on-one sessions will be limited to companies most likely to provide direct subcontractor support to Remington Defense.

Where: Guilford Technical Community College

Percy Sears Applied Technologies Center

601 High Point Rd

Jamestown, NC 27282

Date. Tuesday, March 5, 2013

For more information on registering, click here.

The North Carolina Military Business Center, Coastal Carolina Community College, and Carteret Community College are pleased  to host the fourth annual Camp Lejeune & Cherry Point Small Business Outreach Events will be taking place at Coastal Carolina Community College on March 19, 2013 and at Carteret Community College on March 20, 2013.  

This year’s theme is ” Not Like Yesterday”.  From sequestration and strategic sourcing to size standards and set-asides, the one constant of 2013 is change. Adaptability is key. Past practices and previous best procedures for all of us will have to adjust.

Small Business and Acquisition Representatives from Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point will provide an update on current procedures and contract opportunities with the Marine Corps and United States Navy, highlighting the most significant changes which have occurred in the past year.

Come, listen, ask questions!

Visit  www.ncmbc.us/SBOutreachEvents.php  for updates, agenda and online registration coming soon.

Strategic Consulting Solutions provides accounting services, software and compliance support to government contractors nationwide. The company was formed as a consultancy nearly eight years ago by Laura Davis.  Having worked in the industry for many years as an accounting professional, Davis recognized the need for specialized, cost-effective accounting services for government contractors who didn’t necessarily have the resources to perform compliant accounting in-house.

In recent years, accounting compliance in government contracting has come under increased scrutiny by federal agencies such as the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA).  Such stringent compliance mandates cannot be ignored by government contractors and SCS is uniquely positioned to keep their clients on the right track.

As a leading provider of compliance solutions to government contractors and armed with the most trusted government accounting software and technology as a Deltek Partner, Strategic Consulting Solutions is quickly becoming the go-to source for small and growing government contractors.

For more information about Strategic Consulting Solutions and the services they provide, please contact the President, Laura Davis at ldavis@scsconsults.com or (865) 813-1002.  Or the North Carolina Operations Manager, John Boler, at jboler@scsconsults.com or (919) 475-7175.  You may also visit their website at http://www.scsconsults.com.

Martial Arts & More

1146 Gum Branch Rd, Suite 116

Jacksonville, NC

910-989-0006

Martial Arts & More is a Martial Arts academy that provides complete training in multiple disciplines. Our 8,500 square foot building has 4 separate training floors which include a 30 foot UFC regulation MMA cage, boxing ring, cardio kickboxing bag area,  and two large training matts for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and traditional Karate classes. We have a separate afterschool/ Birthday Party area for the kids. Our afterschool room has desks, computers, and an area for quiet reading time.  To complete the building we have showers, a washer and dryer, large parents lounge with food and vending as well as a pro shop. This is the first complete Martial Arts Academy in Onslow County. All the instructors are certified and have extensive experience in their respective discipline.  Martial arts & More has many different programs for the whole family. We teach Kempo Karate, Okinawa Te, American Boxing, Mauy Thai Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Cage fitness. We have demonstration teams and competition teams as well as a MMA fight team.

Our Martial Arts Academy sets itself apart from all the rest because we believe in building strong families, strong minds, strong skills, and strong bodies. First, we believe in building strong families. We have programs that every member of the family can take all in one building. Many of our classes are open to all ages so that families can train together.  Our 4 training areas allow us to run classes at the same time so Mom and Dad can participate or cheer on all their little ones in one place. This gives more quality time to the families.  We put on many family events that are fun and informative.  Families that kick together stick together. Second, we build strong minds through our nationally recognized character education program.  We use the S.T.A.R.  Program which stands for Stop, Think, Act, Review.  This program is used in all our kids’ classes as well as the afterschool program and special camps. Each month is a different theme along with required activities and a lesson plan. After the required activities have been completed a star patch is given to proudly wear on their uniform. Our afterschool program kids get mentoring and help with their homework every day before they take their martial arts classes. Each child in the program has had an improvement in their grades at school.  Third, we build strong skills in the martial arts and life skills. In our school every student’s coordination, strength, agility, balance, and focus has increased. Students train hard and often in multiple disciplines to achieve their goal of black belt. We strive for black belt excellence in all that we do and so do our students.  Our traditional karate students have won over thousands of trophies in competition. We have trained over 50 professional Cage Fighters, 2 have made it to the UFC, 2 went to Strike force, and 1 was on the Ultimate Fighter. Our fighters have won over 30 title fights.  Finally, we have classes to increase physical strength and stamina. Not everyone wants to be a professional fighter but everyone wants to be healthy and feel good. We have classes in cage fitness and cardio kickboxing that are designed for no contact fitness training.  They are fitness classes that get your body in amazing shape as well as improving your health and mental wellness.

We are able to serve our community and families with these great programs and get these amazing results because we have the best instructors and staff in Onslow County.  We have also teamed up with two other outstanding schools to be able to bring the best to Jacksonville.  We have teamed up with Evolutions Mixed Martial Arts in Wrightsville beach and NC3 Athletics in Wilmington. All our students can train at Evolutions and NC3 Athletics as part of their membership.  We have 6 black Belt Instructors in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, along with 8 professional Mauy Thai and MMA fighters on our instructor staff. Our Boxing instructor trained Muhammad Ali and was a coach for the all Marine Boxing team. We have 5 black belt instructors for our traditional karate programs. Our head Karate instructor was a Triple Crown champion 3 years in a row.  All our instructors get regular training and continue their education in their disciplines as well as always learning new and better ways to teach.  Our staff is all lifelong learners, goal setters, and has a passion for the martial arts that they love to pass on to others.  Finally we have a facility that caters to our students ensuring that we can meet as many of their needs as possible.

Martial Arts & More is currently operating out of Wrights Extreme Martial Arts. In February it will have its grand opening at 1146 Gum Branch Rd, Suite 116 Jacksonville, NC.

For more information visit our website

www.wrightskarate.com

Mary Muller

910-989-0006

1146 Gum Branch Rd, Suite 116

Jacksonville, NC

The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) and host Guilford Technical Community College will hold a Remington Arms Vendor Day on March 5, 2013 in the Percy Sears Applied Technology Center on the GTCC main campus in Jamestown, NC.

The Remington Arms Company, Defense Division is part of The Freedom Group headquartered in Madison, NC.  Remington Arms has requested that the NCMBC assist them in connecting with North Carolina subcontracting partners in a variety of disciplines in manufacturing and potential small business teaming partners with a focus on HubZone and Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses that can sell their products to the federal government.  Your company will have the opportunity to network with and present your business to the Remington Defense team in a one-on-one session, and learn how to succeed in working as a supplier and subcontractor to Remington Defense. Remington will have program managers and procurement personnel at this event with the purpose of finding new suppliers from North Carolina industry. One-on-one sessions will be limited to companies most likely to provide direct subcontractor support to Remington Defense.

Remington has specifically requested the following:

Assembly

Laser marking

Mil spec testing – proof/magnaflux

Grinding

Alum extruding and machine

Mil spec anodize * finishing

Screw machining

CNC Lathes

Multi-axis machining

Precision machining

Additionally any company with an application in the manufacture of the Remington M4 (http://remingtonmilitary.com/Firearms/Carbines/RGP.aspx) should consider attendance.

Please note that spaces are limited.  Registration will be open on the North Carolina Military Business Center (www.ncmbc.us) website in the next few days when the event times are finalized.

For more information, click here.

Using MatchForce (Effectively) to Win Federal Business

How can you find federal business opportunities that really match your business?  How can you find employees with the skills you need?  For free?

MatchForce.org!  The State of North Carolina provides this FREE internet portal that automatically matches your business to federal opportunities and allows you to post jobs and match to job seekers with the skills you need.  The North Carolina Military Business Center administers this website – for NC businesses only.

What can you do to make www.MatchForce.org work for you?  Give your MatchForce business profile a “tune up.”  Your profile tells buyers three things – who you are, how to contact you, and what you do.  Remember – federal buyers will see your profile – and decide whether to do business with you.

To tune up your profile, log on to your MatchForce dashboard and select “update profile.”  Update your “point of contact” and email address.  Click “email yes” to receive notice of opportunities.  Include your website address – buyers will use it to learn more about you.  Review your “business description” – this is your free advertising space.

Update your keywords!  Keywords are not visible to buyers, other businesses or individuals.  But they do generate your matches to business opportunities.  Good keywords give good, accurate matches.  Bad keywords may create excessive or inaccurate matches.  Include brand names.  Remember – buyers doing market research will use keywords to find you.  If you need help with good keywords, call the NCMBC.

Your NAICS code is the most critical factor in good matching.  If you don’t know the code for your type business, use the look up feature on www.ncmbc.us or call the NCMBC.  If you qualify for small business programs, include them in your profile.  Update the other data in your profile – and keep it current.

Federal opportunities will appear in the “My Opportunity Matches” section of your dashboard.  If you get a match and need help bidding, call the NCMBC.

You can also use MatchForce to find teaming partners.  On your dashboard, click “search,” “businesses,” then enter keywords for the type of business you need.  With over 19,700 NC businesses on MatchForce, you should find the one you need!

Not getting enough matches?  Click on “search,” “contracts,” and enter keywords – other than those in your profile.  If you find good opportunities, update your profile by adding the keywords from your search.  With over 5,300 contracts on MatchForce right now, there should be one for you!

Getting too many matches?  Review and tighten those keywords.  If you want to limit your matching to opportunities that only match your NAICS, or want to limit your matching geographically, click on “update matching criteria” on your dashboard.  But be careful – your business could win those out-of-state opportunities.

MatchForce works for sub-contracting, too.  You will receive opportunities in “My Opportunity Matches.”  You can post your need for subcontractors by clicking “Post a sub-contract” on your dashboard, and match automatically to other businesses.  You can also “search” for sub-contractors you need – just click on “search,” “businesses” and enter keywords for the supplies or services you need.

MatchForce is a great – and FREE – tool to find employees for your business.  You can post a job based on the skills you need – and let it match automatically to over 39,300 individuals in the MatchForce database.

To post a job, log on to your dashboard, click “post a job” and complete the fill-in form.  Be sure to list the job location, general salary range and education required.

Most importantly, post keywords for the skills you need.  These keywords match against the skill keywords in individual profiles – and generate your matches.  You can also post a full job description in the appropriate block.

Do you have a special application process?  If so, use the “Special Instruction” block to tell individuals how to apply.  Like a newspaper ad, MatchForce introduces your job to potential applicants – but with the skills you need – and directs them to your application process.

The jobs you post and the matches you receive appear in the “My Job Postings” section of your dashboard.  You can review individual matches if you choose, or simply let the individuals apply.

Want to preview potential employee profiles before you post your job?  On your dashboard, click “search,” “individuals,” and enter keywords for the skills you need.  Then use these keywords to post your job opportunity for automatic matching.

Using MatchForce will help your business receive automatic matches to prime and subcontracting opportunities, search for opportunities and find potential employees.  It also helps federal buyers find you!  MatchForce is a State service provided to you through the NCMBC.

For assistance with MatchForce or bidding on government contracts, call the NCMBC toll free, 877-245-5520, or log on to www.ncmbc.us (Contact Us) for full contact information.

On January 16, the Secretary of the Army and the Chief of Staff of the Army published a Memorandum (“Subject: Risk Mitigation in the Face of Fiscal Uncertainty”) that may immediately impact defense contractors in North Carolina.  The actual impact of the actions outlined in the Army memo remains unknown at this time.  However, the NCMBC will share all such information with defense contractors as we receive it.

The Army memo outlines near term actions to reduce expenditures and to mitigate budget execution risks in the face of potential serious budget shortfalls.  These near term measures are effective immediately and include a civilian hiring freeze, severe travel and training restrictions, a targeted 30% reduction in FY13 Base Operations Support (BOS) spending (compared to FY12 levels), reduction or suspension of sustainment, restoration and modernization construction and numerous other measures.

The Army memo also outlines intensified planning measures to potentially achieve severe reductions in Army FY13 spending, should sequestration cuts be implemented.  The memo stresses the Army’s hope for resolution of the budget uncertainty that is necessitating the near term actions and the potential for even more drastic measures in the future.

To read the Army memo, which is on the NCMBC website, click here.

News Release   

SBA Announces Changes to Contracting Program

For Women-Owned Small Businesses

WASHINGTON – Women-owned small businesses will have greater access to federal contracting opportunities as a result of changes included in the National Defense Authorization Act of 2013 (NDAA) to the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contract Program.

“This new law is a prime example of how the Obama Administration is embracing a more inclusive view of entrepreneurship, helping small businesses and America succeed,” said SBA Administrator Karen Mills.  “Today, women own 30 percent of all small businesses up from just 5 percent 40 years ago.  As one of the fastest growing sectors of small business owners in the country, opening the door for women to compete for more federal contracts is a win-win.”

The NDAA removes the anticipated award price of the contract thresholds for women-owned small businesses (WOSB) and economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses (EDWOSB) to allow them greater access to federal contracting opportunities without limitations to the size of the contract.

Prior to the new law, the anticipated award price of the contract for women-owned and economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses could not exceed $6.5 million for manufacturing contracts and $4 million for all other contracts.

The Women’s Federal Contract Program allows contracting officers to set aside specific contracts for certified WOSBs and EDWOSBs and will help federal agencies achieve the existing statutory goal of five percent of federal contracting dollars being awarded to WOSBs.

The law also requires the SBA to conduct another study to identify and report industries underrepresented by women-owned small businesses.  As a result, more eligible women-owned businesses may be able to participate in SBA’s Women’s Federal Contract Program and compete for and win federal contracts.

The SBA is working with the Office of Federal Procurement Policy under the President’s Office of Management and Budget on the implementation including changes to the Federal Acquisition Regulations.

Every firm that wishes to participate in the WOSB program must meet the eligibility requirements and either self-certify or obtain third party certification.  There are four approved third-party certifiers that perform eligibility exams: El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, National Women Business Owners Corporation, U.S. Women’s Chamber of Commerce, and the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council. Additional information and links about approved third-party certifiers are available at www.sba.gov/wosb.

To qualify as a WOSB, a firm must be at least fifty-one percent owned and controlled by one or more women, and primarily managed by one or more women.  The women must be U.S. citizens and the firm must be considered small according to SBA size standards.  To be deemed “economically disadvantaged,” a firm’s owners must meet specific financial requirements set forth in the program regulations.

The WOSB Program identifies eighty-three four-digit North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) codes where WOSBs are underrepresented or substantially underrepresented.   Contracting officers may set aside contracts in these industries if the contract can be awarded at a fair and reasonable price and the contracting officer has a reasonable expectation that two or more WOSBs or EDWOSBs will submit offers for the contract.

For more information on the Women-Owned Small Business Program or to access the instructions, applications or database, please visit www.sba.gov/wosb.

Save the date! March 19 & 20

Camp Lejeune & Cherry Point Small Business Outreach Events

“Not Like Yesterday”

From sequestration and strategic sourcing to size standards and set-asides, the one constant of 2013 is change.  Adaptability is key.  Past practices and previous best procedures for all of us will have to adjust.

Small Business and Acquisition Representatives from Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point will provide an update on current procedures and contract opportunities with the Marine Corps and United States Navy, highlighting the most significant changes which have occurred in the past year.

For more information, click here.

The North Carolina Military Business Center, Fayetteville Technical Community College and the Fort Bragg Alliance are pleased to co-host the following event:

Fort Bragg Small Business Outreach Event

When: April 2, 2013 (Times to be posted shortly)

Where: Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC)

Tony Rand Student Center, Multipurpose Room

2201 Hull Road

Fayetteville, NC 28303

Description: Fort Bragg acquisition and small business representatives will provide an update on contract opportunities, current procedures for doing business with Fort Bragg commands and the US Army and challenges in federal contracting in a dynamic budget environment.

For more information, click here.

The North Carolina Military Business Center is pleased to host the following event at Guildford Technical Community College:

Remington Defense: Subcontractor Industry Day on March 5, 2013.

Purpose. This event provides a forum to learn about Remington Defense and its military weapon and ammunition programs, to network with and to present your business to the Remington Defense team in a one-on-one session, and to learn how to succeed in working as a supplier and subcontractor to Remington Defense.

Who. Businesses in North Carolina interested in providing supplier and subcontractor support to Remington Defense, headquartered in Madison, NC.  Likely categories of subcontractors include those in machining, assembly, packaging and related production activities (more details to follow soon).  One-on-one sessions will be limited to companies most likely to provide direct subcontractor support to Remington Defense.

Click here, for more information.

Intro to Federal Government Contracting

Date. March 27, 2013

Time: 3:00 pm-5:00 pm

Description.

This seminar  will be an overview of   how to get started in federal contracting.  It will cover the necessary registration processes, how to search for opportunities,  subcontracting opportunities and whether this market is right for you.There will also be a section on government small business preference programs.

For more information, click here.

 “Getting Government Textile Contracts

Textile Businesses generally fail to pursue the military/federal market because…

• They don’t know how to locate the solicitations.

• They find the government contracting process too confusing.

• They do not know how to locate other businesses with whom they can build teaming   arrangements that can fill the government’s requirements.

The DLA Troop Support is just one of the centralized buying activities of the federal government.  DLA future projections for FY 13 Clothing & Textile purchases is $1737 million & FY 14 $1584 million.

WHAT YOU NEED TO START WINNING THESE CONTRACTS WILL BE COVERED AT A TRAINING CLASS ON 19 MARCH 2013.

When: March 19th, 2013

Where: Lenoir Public Library, Lenior NC

Time: 12:00pm – 1:30 pm

Bio:

Teresa Bouchonnet is a Business Development Specialist with the N.C. Military Business Center living in Franklin, where she assists businesses with the Federal Government contracting process.  She has worked over 30 years in the federal contracting area and a former retired Air Force Major Contracting Officer.  She can be reached at bouchonnett@ncmbc.us or 828 349-3878 www.ncmbc.us

To register, click here. Click on Watauga SBC tab or Caldwell SBC tab to register for either class.

“Getting Government Construction Contracts

 Businesses generally fail to pursue the military/federal market because…

• They don’t know how to locate the solicitations.

• They find the government contracting process too confusing.

• They do not know how to locate other businesses with whom they can build teaming   arrangements that can fill the government’s requirements.

Forest Service, Park Service, and Military Bases all award construction contracts.  DoD annual impact in N.C.  is $23.4 Billion.

WHAT YOU NEED TO START WINNING THESE CONTRACTS WILL BE COVERED AT A TRAINING CLASS ON 20 MARCH 2013.

When: March 20, 2013

Where: High Country Home Builders Association, Boone NC

Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm

Bio:

Teresa Bouchonnet is a Business Development Specialist with the N.C. Military Business Center living in Franklin, where she assists businesses with the Federal Government contracting process.  She has worked over 30 years in the federal contracting area and a former retired Air Force Major Contracting Officer.  She can be reached at bouchonnett@ncmbc.us or 828 349-3878 www.ncmbc.us

To register, click here. Click on Watauga SBC tab or Caldwell SBC tab to register for either class.

Corporate Solutions at Wake Tech has partnered with ProTrain, LLC to offer courses through the My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) Spouse program which  aims to prepare eligible military spouses for the workforce by offering up to $4,000 of Financial Assistance (FA) from the Department of Defense (DoD).

To learn more, click here!

Corporate Solutions is proud to announce the expansion of their online offerings. Individuals can now take American Management Association courses through Wake Tech! These self-study courses bring up-to-date, real world solutions for today’s business challenges. You get the latest management information, “how-to” explanations, practical examples, and real solutions to your daily challenges.  To learn more, click here!

Theme: “Sustainability and the Future of Energy and Water”
The symposium is a collaborative effort between BCC and the North Carolina Military Business Center. This event aims to
explore the many interrelated aspects of incorporating: sustainability practices, training, and opportunities for city & town
planners, business & industry, federal & state agencies, and individuals. The symposium will provide the opportunity to:
network, promote resources, and learn about sustainability practices and certifications.

When: Friday, March 22, 2013 from 8:00 – 3:00 pm.
Where: Brunswick Community College Leland Center for Economic and Workforce Development 2050 Enterprise
Drive, Leland, NC 28451 (Leland Industrial Park off HWY 74/76)
Purpose: This event explores the impact energy and water is having on  businesses and communities when making
decisions for economic development, entrepreneurial opportunities, innovation, and long range planning

Sponsorships:

Sustainability Scholar Sponsor $1,000
4 chamber scholarships, 2 participant passes, &
company logo on all advertising material.

Corporate Sponsor $500
This includes a display table, 4 participant
passes & company logo on all advertising
material.

Vendor/Exhibitor Sponsor booth $100
This includes a display table and 2
participant passes.

For sponsorship information, call (910) 755-8561
Individual admission $35 (includes lunch)
Student admission $20 (includes lunch)
For admission information, call (910) 755-8084

View the link for more information:

3rdSustainabilitySympExpoforSoutheasternNC

Based in Greenville, NC, LBA Group, Inc. offers professional level engineering and safety training services, and hardware product marketing in the management, application and safety of electromagnetic energy.   LBA is a minority owned small business. The company is also an Inc. 5000 growth company and is celebrating 50 years of providing electromagnetic protection for industrial and telecommunications infrastructure assets.

Since 1963, LBA has provided consulting, testing, project management and design services in communication system coverage, RF interference and compatibility, electromagnetic shielding, radio frequency safety, and colocation of diverse communications facilities.

In 2013, LBA expects to continue building its portfolio of successful projects surrounding the management and control of RF risks, including Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3), and general RF threats to communications, infrastructure and people. The company also provides expert consultation and training on a variety of RADHAZ topics, including HERO, HERP, and HERF.

LBA has contributed to a number of significant projects over the years. The company was the RF shielding designer for the new U.S. Navy AEGIS test center. LBA designed the Tyndall Air Force Base B-2 Bomber personnel shielding facility.  The company also designed DGPS antenna facilities for the U.S. Coast Guard and LBA has provided RF interference compatibility services for the wireless networks of most of the major cell phone carriers.

LBA University® is the training unit of LBA Group, Inc., lbagroup.com.  This division of the company provides on-site and online professional RF safety training, Outdoor hazards safety training and other OSHA compliant courses. More information about LBA University® is available at: http://www.lbagroup.com/associates/lba-university.php.

The instruction offed by LBA University® is directed by Chris Horne, PhD, P.E. an experienced RF and wireless industry engineer and rising leader in the industry. He is Chief Technical Officer of the LBA Group, which has provided RF services to the industry since 1963. Bryan Dixon is the director of the LBA University® training operations. He is an OSHA-certified safety instructor with two decades of industrial, construction and fire safety training experience.

LBA University® brings decades of experience to the training table for RF safety training. The course content is supported by LBA’s 50 years of experience in the telecommunications and safety industry coupled with the skills of the LBA University® training staff.

Another offering LBA University® is proud of is its new employee safety training program. It was created in response to a growing imperative by OSHA and other regulatory agencies to protect workers in outdoor occupations. Program instruction is designed to make employees aware not only of a wide variety of outdoor hazards, but also OSHA requirements and appropriate responses to hazardous exposures. Course content has specifically been designed for workers on and around military and civilian construction projects. Training options are also available to cover the Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS), which is a new requirement, intended to improve upon the existing MSDS system.

Many of the online courses offed by LBA University® are available in both English and Spanish. Sign up is through a convenient on-line portal which permits students to have repetitive access to training materials and print certificates. Employer safety managers can access employee training records through a management interface. Upon satisfactory testing, the student is awarded a Certificate of Completion.

LBA can develop and craft training to meet contractor’s requirements for training delivery to the military.  The company can contract directly with the military or government organizations and also work with existing contractors to create custom training for their needs.

Most LBA University® training courses are available on-site or at LBA’s campus in Greenville. For more information about LBA University® programs, contact Bryan Dixon at bryan.dixon@lbagroup.com, or 252-757-0279.

Give your employees the very best multifunctional skincare product

Timber Wolf waterless hand cleaner will provide your employees with a product that is versatile, effective, and efficient.  It cleans and moisturizes the skin, repels mosquitoes, and prevents and relieves the symptoms of poison ivy, oak, and sumac.

Our product offers three functional capabilities in one bottle, something that procurement and employees in the working environment will appreciate.  That translates into dollar savings, reduced inventory, and ease of purchasing.  No other vendor can provide a product with these characteristics.

We use the finest personal care cosmetic ingredients to formulate a skin friendly, pH balanced, biodegradable, multifunctional green product that is listed in the USDA Bio-preferred Catalog.

Timber Wolf is used by utility and telecommunication companies, government, agriculture, and private industry.  Customer names in the Southeast that you would recognize include:  Alabama Power, American Electric Power, Asplundh Tree, CSX Railroad, Charter Communications, Davey Tree, Dominion Power, Duke Energy, Firestone Fibers & Textiles, Florida Power & Light, North Carolina Dept. of Trans., Piedmont Natural Gas, Time Warner Cable, Townsend Tree, Wolf Tree, and Wright Tree.

P.O. Box 470065, Charlotte, North Carolina 28247, USA  

  704-442-7440    Fax 704-364-1400

www.timberwolfhandcleaner.com  timberwolfprod@earthlink.net

The SBTDC’s PTAC team would like to welcome Ariana Billingsley!  She will be providing service to the Greenville and Elizabeth City areas. Ariana has federal contracting experience in marketing, proposal preparation, certifications and registrations, Wide Area Work Flow, and DCAA audits. Ariana has a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina. Welcome to the team Ariana!

For a map of NCPTAC counselors’ geographic areas of responsibility, click here.

We hope that you can join us on Friday, January 4th, 2013 for our Annual Small Business Summit!

Where:  Koury Hospitality & Career Center at GTCC Jamestown Campus (Entrance is right off of High Point Road.)

When:  Friday January 4th, 2013 – 8 AM to 5 PM – Registration Begins at 7:30 a.m.

Contact:  DarLinda Finch at dkfinch@gtcc.edu or 336.334.4822 x 62001
We offer a Start-Up Track and an Existing Business Track.  This is a free event, pre-registration is required.

Start-Up Track Includes:  Register Here

BL’NC

Choosing Your Legal Structure

Taxes – What You Need to Know

SBA – How We Can Help

Networking for Mutual Benefit
Cloud Computing

 Existing Business Track Includes:  Register Here

BL’NC

Becoming Load Ready

Break the Rules to Make Sales

Networking For Mutual Benefit

Cloud Computing

Electives Are:

Government Contracting

Blogging for Your Business

Minority HUB Certification

Intelectual Property

Marketing with USPS

Wet Surface Technologies LLC

Author:  Frank Garriga

Slips and falls are the second leading cause of accidental deaths in the United States.  It is one of the leading causes of Workmen’s Compensation claims.

Founded in 2010, Wet Surface Technologies’ mission is to reduce slips and falls on wet surfaces with one of two proven treatments performed by our trained staff.  Our goal is to increase our clients flooring to a wet static co-efficiency of friction reading between .60 and .80 on a scale of .0 to 1.0 to meet ADA guidelines.  After our treatment we measure and document these readings for your file.

Treatments are for almost any surface including ceramic, concrete, brick, terrazzo, wood, metal, porcelain, stone, fiberglass and acrylic.  Wet Surface Technologies has treated hospital bathrooms, pool decks, entrance ways, rehab shower rooms, metal fire escape steps and loading docks.  We service private, state and federal properties and are registered with SAM.gov (NAICS 238330).

We offer no obligation demonstrations at your location on how our treatments work. Our service area is North and South Carolina as well as Northern Georgia.

Contact:  Frank Garriga, President

Visit us on line at:  www.slippery-fall.com

Email:  info@slippery-fall.com

Phone: 828-381-3084

A Raleigh-Durham, NC (Research Triangle Park)-based disabled Marine veterans’ company providing computer and software anti-virus (G-Data & GDS Transnational), RemoteKill™ ‘real time’ hardware tracking (server, laptop, Android and tablet) and secure communications asset control functions within the United States and friendly foreign countries. Professional assignments throughout the world have resulted in an awareness and understanding of applicable regional business strategy.

Blue Wolf Technologies provides information technology, information systems security and professional services to customers in the defense, intelligence, homeland security and private sector, in particular, small to medium-sized businesses and enterprises. Blue Wolf Technologies utilizes its mission understanding to deliver proven IT security services and enterprise solutions. Blue Wolf Technologies enables customers to achieve their ever-expanding mission requirements and meet business goals and objectives.

BWT’s Professional Guiding Principles: Client and Customer Concentration, Reciprocal Respect, Direct Responsibility and Forward-thinking Teamwork.

Should you have questions, please email at: Joe.Freed@bluewolftechnologies.com.

Website: www.bluewolftechnologies.com

If you would like your company to be featured in the business spotlight section, please email your content to Alexa Heath at heatha@ncmbc.us.

*The NC Military Business Center, the NC Community College System, and the State of North Carolina do not officially validate, warrant or endorse events, companies or activities listed on this website. These items are posted strictly for the information and convenience of NCMBC customers.

Check out SpecsIntact, a government resource!

SpecsIntact is a software product of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and is developed and maintained under the Information Management Communications Services (IMCS) at the Kennedy Space Center.

SpecsIntact has been in use by government agencies for almost 50 years. It was developed by NASA in 1965, adopted by U.S. Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) in 1986, and the U.S. Army

Corps of Engineers (USACE) in 1988. It is an automated system for preparing standardized facility construction specifications, used worldwide by NASA , NAVFAC, and the USACE.

SpecsIntact utilizes the Master Guide Specifications prepared by the Government agencies in support of government construction RFP documents. SpecsIntact use is required by awarded contractors for design and development of specifications for Design Build construction contracts. Using the Masters guide specs, the contractor will adapt and edit their content to meet the project RFP requirements with the final design documents resulting in accurate and consistent specifications.

The SpecsIntact system is managed at the Kennedy Space Center and used by engineers, architects, specification writers, project managers and construction managers doing business with all government agencies. Unlike many specification programs today, SpecsIntact and the UFGS Master are available at no charge as it is a government funded application. Using SpecsIntact reduces the time and expense required to produce facility specifications, and helps eliminate costly construction changes due to omissions, discrepancies or improper quality control.  The SpecsIntact Web Site provides both information, downloads for SpecsIntact, and User Help Center, along with links to the Masters, Agency web sites and contacts. Access to SpecsIntact is at no charge and available without any contract holding requirements.

Get more information and/or contact SpecsIntact:

Phone: (321) 867-8800

E-mail: KSC-SpecsIntact@nasa.gov

Website- Http://si.ksc.nasa.gov

Check out the Specsintact Blogspot!

http://specsintact.blogspot.com/

Green Procurement

95% of all solicitations will be green in the future.   Find out what you need to know to do business with the government.  Green procurement is the purchase of environmentally preferable products and services in accordance with one or more of the established Federal “green” procurement preference programs. To prevent waste and pollution, these programs require executive agencies to consider environmental impacts, along with price, performance, and other traditional factors, when making purchasing decisions. The following categories are addressed in Federal green procurement preference programs:

• Products manufactured from recovered materials
• Environmentally preferable products
• Energy efficient products
• Bio-based products
• Alternative fuels and fuel efficient vehicles, and
• Non-ozone depleting substances.

Location: Fayetteville Technical Community College
Center for Business and Industry
Lecture Room 111
2723 Fort Bragg Road
Fayetteville, NC

Wide Area Workflow Basics

Description.  This class will cover Wide Area Workflow basics.  We will go over step-by-step first time registration,  and how to submit an invoice for products or services. We will also discuss where to find the information needed to complete your invoice in your contract as well as possible reasons for rejections and some troubleshooting. Government users  and vendors both welcome.  Will cover registration for government attendees as well if requested. From 11:30-12:00 pm we will cover troubleshooting and updating SAM registrations.

Place: Coastal Carolina Community College

Jacksonville, NC 28445

Date.  January 23, 2013

Time: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

For more information and to register, click here.

PipeView Technologies is a woman-owned small business that was formed in 2011 to help service the wastewater industry. We are the eyes underground in helping public and private sector clients locate problems and vulnerabilities in their sewer system. Our autonomous robotic cameras are able to create a 360 degree pan, tilt and zoom video from inside the lines. The data is Pipeline Assessment and Certification Program (PACP) coded and presented in a software platform that allows you to easily view inspection results and plan follow-up O&M activities.

Our advanced cameras allow for high volume inspection of 8-12” inch pipes at daily production rates 3 to 5x more than conventional methods. There is no dedicated TV truck, allowing for minimal traffic interruption. Any type of vehicle can be used, so there is no need to create special access to job sites. The cameras are lightweight and can be hand-carried anywhere that an inspection is desired. Our green technology has a low carbon footprint and is less evasive and disruptive to the environment.

Visit our website at:

www.pipeviewtech.com

For more information, please contact:

Meredith Sullivan
703-625-0270
meredith@pipeviewtech.com

If you would like your company to be featured in the business spotlight section, please email your content to Courtney Smedick at smedickc@ncmbc.us.

*The NC Military Business Center, the NC Community College System, and the State of North Carolina do not officially validate, warrant or endorse events, companies or activities listed on this website. These items are posted strictly for the information and convenience of NCMBC customers.

Veterans Business Outreach Center’s 4^th Annual Veterans  Entrepreneur Boot Camp is a one week on-campus course for any veteran or spouse who wants to start a business or augment an existing business.

When: February 11 – 15, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day at the FSU School of Business and Economics ( SBE) in room 207.

Visit this website for more information: www.fsuvboc.com

When: Wednesday November 28, 2012
7:30 AM to 8:30 AM EST

Where:
Craven Community College
Small Business Center
800 College Court
Brock 100
New Bern, NC 28562

moorerr@craven.edu
252-638-1191

An informal discussion group of local small business owners that serves as an information and support resource.

- Meet other small business owners facing the same issues

- Draw from experiences of other participants to help find solutions

- Improve your business management skills from the tips provided

-Develop professional relationships and network

Bring plenty of business cards!!!

Sincerely,
Cindy Blot, Director
Small Business Center
Craven Community College
252-638-1166

To register click the link:   events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?llr=bpvt7qjab&oeidk=a07e6o5nt0y381dca1f&oseq=

Vistabution is a minority and veteran-owned small business enterprise, organized in 2001, specializing in providing Demolition and Hazardous Materials Abatement services to local, state and government agencies.  As a North Carolina business headquartered in Raleigh, the company has provided contracting services to General Contractors as well as the State of North Carolina and its related agencies as a turnkey service provider of inspections, abatement, and structural clearings.  We have worked statewide as a Prime Contractor for NCDOT and also have experience working for general contractors on military facilities at Cherry Point and Fort Bragg.

As a certified contractor in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia, we can assist your organization in Division 1, 2 and 13 areas of work as a general and/or specialty contractor.  Our expertise in environmental, construction, and consulting services encompass the following areas:

• Asbestos Abatement & Design
• Bridge Maintenance
• Brownfields Site Redevelopment
• Demolition Services
• Disaster Response
• Energy Inspection & Auditing
• Environmental & Mold Remediation
• Lead Remediation
• Right of Way Appraisal, Negotiation, Acquisition & Relocation
• Site Preparation, Grading & Excavation
• Structural Dismantling
• Transportation & Disposal Services
• Underground Storage Tank Closures

Environmental consultations, pricing quotations, and design assistance are available by contacting Vistabution at 919-844-9375. Additional information about the company can be found at www.vistabution.com

If you would like your company to be featured in the business spotlight section, please email your content to Courtney Smedick at smedickc@ncmbc.us.

*The NC Military Business Center, the NC Community College System, and the State of North Carolina do not officially validate, warrant or endorse events, companies or activities listed on this website. These items are posted strictly for the information and convenience of NCMBC customers.

Entrepreneurial Development Training for Veteran Women

Jacksonville, FL – The U.S. Small Business Administration has partnered with Syracuse University’s Whitman School of Management and the Institute for Veterans and Military Families, to provide veteran women with a unique training opportunity to start or grow a business. This training is open to current veteran women, active-duty women who are transitioning out of the military in the next 24 months, and a spouse or female partner of a Veteran.

Women Veterans Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship (V-Wise) is a three phase training program. In the first phase, participants will complete a self-study 15 day online course, which is focused on the basic skills of entrepreneurship and the language of business. The start date for this program will be December 18, 2012.

The second phase of the training will be a three day conference to be held at the Jacksonville Omni Hotel and Resort, 245 Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 from January 10-12, 2012. All hotel and conference fees will be paid for by the Small Business Administration; however participants are responsible for a one-time registration fee of $75 and transportation to and from the conference location. Phase three of this program will provide on-going support to veteran women through a comprehensive network of mentors and partners.

Those interested in this program should apply no later than December 14, 2012. Please apply online at www.whitman.syr.edu/VWISEApplication2. For questions related to the V-WISE program, please contact Syracuse University at (315) 443-4629 or Natalie Hall, SBA North Florida Veteran’s Representative, at (904) 443-1902.

Contact:  Nayana Sen  (904) 443-1933

Friday 9 Nov, all Military and Family members can receive free admittance to the Wake Forest Basketball game against Radford at 7:30.  Just need to show a valid ID at the JOEL Ticket Office.

Please join US Senator Kay Hagan at the Dunn Community Center on November 13, 2012.

WHAT: 100^th Conversations with Kay (US SEN Kay Hagan)

WHERE: Dunn Community Center (205 Jackson Road  Dunn, NC) (conveniently located just minutes from I-95)

WHEN: Tuesday, 13 November 2012 from 10am-11:30am (SEN Hagan will begin her remarks at 10:30am)

WHY: To meet the Senator, take a photo with her, have a conversation with the Senator and the staff will be there to help you navigate issues with federal agencies.

For more information, contact Jenny Hartsock at Jenny_Hartsock@hagan.senate.gov.

17th Annual Government Contracting Update

Join Dixon Hughes Goodman, Smith Anderson, Wells Fargo and  KippsDeSanto & Co.,  as speakers discuss strategies that can help small and large government contractors succeed in a turbulent fiscal environment. Today, companies that do business with the Federal Government are concerned with many significant challenges including increasing competition and potentially declining budgets resulting in vanishing business opportunities.

For more than 80 years, our team of professionals has been helping companies as they travel through economic ups and downs. While these economic conditions may seem perilous, we will provide insight to lessons learned from previous business cycles that can be leveraged to help navigate a successful future.

International Trade Compliance and Foreign Exchange Workshop

November 13, 2012

8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 

Wilson, NC

ITAR/BIS/AES Licensing and Regulations:

Minimize the Threat of Violations

The stakes are high: Violations can result in financial and criminal penalties of up to 20 years of imprisonment. A number of the largest ITAR enforcement cases with U.S. firms have occurred within the past year.

Foreign Exchange: Should You be Selling Only in U.S. Dollars? What are the Risks?

Are you selling to Europe? What is happening to the Euro vis-à-vis the U.S. dollar? What about other currencies?

This is a must-attend seminar for any exporter!

Registration fee: $95* 

Register at: http://www.nceast.org/modules/events/event_detail.php?evid=61

Includes all materials, breakfast, lunch and parking 

Space is limited. REGISTER TODAY!

Contact:

Sandra Edwards

U.S. Commercial Service/U.S. Export Assistance Center

919-281-2751
Sandra.Edwards@trade.gov

Duke University Athletics is offering a $10 military rate per ticket for the Clemson/Duke football game at 7 p.m. tomorrow, Wallace Wade Stadium, Duke Campus. Active Duty, Family Members, Retirees, Guard and Reserve are eligible for this offer. You must call for tickets: (919) 681-2583 and ask for the USO of NC offer!

Strategic Consulting Solutions in conjunction with the North Carolina Military Business Center in conjunction presents a workshop on:

 ”Managing DCAA Audits”

If your company is involved in government contracting, chances are you have at least heard of the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA).  But, how much do you know about them and what might you expect if one of your contracts is audited by the agency?  This session of SCS’s Compliance in a Bag lunch-and-learn series will cover the fundamentals of DCAA and the audits they perform.

When.  November 15, 2012, from 11:45 am – 1:00 pm.

Location: Fayetteville Technical Community College, 2201 Hull Road, Fayetteville, NC.

Building 6, Neill Currie Building, Room 7A – the i3D Learning & Discovery Center.

Plenty of parking available in Lot 21 directly adjacent to the building.

Cost: $15.00 and includes lunch.

Registration.  To register, visit: http://www.ncmbc.us/2012Training/ComplianceInABag.php

For more information regarding refunds, concerns, and program cancellation policies, please contact Strategic Consulting Solutions at info@scsconsults.com or 865-220-0051.

Upcoming Construction-Related Events

• Federal Construction Change Order Procedures (November 13, 2012).  This seminar will discuss what to do when unforeseen challenges on the job require change orders- how to deal with one that’s issued, and how to request a change order- and what not to do. Part of the Coastal Region Construction Contractor Series.  Visit http://ncmbc.us/Construction_Training.php for more information.

• Balfour Beatty Subcontracting Networking Event (November 15, 2012).   Balfour Beatty Construction is hosting a DBE Outreach/Information Session to discuss construction of the Albert J. Ellis Airport.  Visit http://ncmbc.us/Balfour_Beatty.php for more information.

• Construction Project Plans (November 27, 2012)  Attend this session to learn more about construction plans – reading, creating, and troubleshooting them. The instructor will go over detailed examples. Part of the Coastal Region Construction Contractor Series. Visit http://ncmbc.us/Construction_Training.php for more information.

For more information on any of the above trainings, please contact Anne Campbell, campbella@coastalcarolina.edu

A workshop will be held at the SCC Macon Cecil L. Groves Center room 107 on 8 Nov. 2012 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to discuss changes that have been made to the federal contracting registration process.  In the past, businesses interested in winning federal contracts or non-profits interested in obtaining federal grants were required to be registered online in Central Contractor Registration (CCR) and Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA).   At the end of July 2012, these two systems were consolidated into the System for Award Management (SAM) www.sam.gov .

The transition to SAM has been challenging for many business owners participating in the federal marketplace.  Presenters Clark Fields, with the N.C. Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), and Teresa Bouchonnet with the N.C. Military Business Center, will explain this new process.  The workshop will be held in a computer lab, and will provide tips and hints to help make the process pain free.  If you have registered in Central Contractor Registration in the past, please bring your Dun & Bradstreet (DUNS) Number with you to this free workshop. This change also impacts non-profit organizations that rely on federal grants.

We will briefly discuss the major government websites to identify contracting opportunities and how the Budget Control Act or Sequestration will affect future contracts.

Please contact to register for this workshop Tommy Dennison, Business and Industry Training Coordinator at 828 306-7019 or t_dennison@southwesterncc.edu

Macon Campus – Cecil L. Groves Center

44 Siler Farm Rd

Franklin, NC 28734

828.306.7001

maconcampus@southwesterncc.edu

An Update on Sequestration and Government Contractor

Provided by Smith Anderson Law Firm

Overview. “Sequestration” refers to automatic federal spending cuts put in place by the Budget Control Act of 2011. The cuts go into effect January 2, 2013, unless Congress passes legislation to avoid that result. The spending reductions total $1.2 trillion over the next nine years. This translates to about $109 billion in cuts each fiscal year, divided between defense and non-defense programs. Sequestration, in addition to certain tax cuts scheduled to expire at the same time, are popularly called the “fiscal cliff.”

As January 2, 2013 approaches, federal government contractors, subcontractors, and grantees should pay attention to how the government may implement these cuts.

Recent Developments. On August 7, 2012, President Obama signed into law the Sequestration Transparency Act of 2012 (PL 112-155). The law required the President to submit a “detailed report” to Congress on the White House’s sequestration plans. The White House delivered its nearly 400 page report on September 14, 2012.

Despite its length, the report provides little concrete guidance, though it does identify raw dollar and percentage cuts for affected programs. Total defense spending for FY 2013 will be reduced by $54.667 billion, with a similar reduction for non-defense functions. After identifying limited exemptions (including poverty-related programs on the non-defense side and military personnel on the defense side), this translates to a 9.4% reduction in all non-exempt defense programs, and a 10% cut to certain mandatory defense programs. On the non-defense side, cuts are set at 8.2% for non-exempt discretionary programs and 7.6% for certain mandatory programs.

Although the cuts would return defense spending to 2006 levels, it is the immediate nature of the cuts with no phase-in period, and the uncertainty as to which specific programs cuts will be applied, that creates the most concern for contractors, subcontractors and grantees.

To read the entire alert, please visit Smith Anderson’s website at http://www.smithlaw.com/publications/ClientAlert_10-23-123.pdf.

AFCEA to host technology exposition and symposium

Chapter leverages technology solutions to support military operations

The Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA) North Carolina Chapter will host its annual Exposition and Symposium on November 13-15, 2012 at the Holiday Inn Bordeaux and Conference Center in Fayetteville. The Symposium and Exposition Theme is “Leveraging Technology for Today’s Fight.”

As government budget cuts continue and demands to meet mission requirements increase, the need to maximize the cost effectiveness and intelligently leverage technology is imperative. Accomplished local government, state government, industry, and military guest speakers will concentrate on the key issues that matter most to those providing technology solutions to our nation’s military, especially our local military units.

If you are military, government civilian or contractor working in the technology industry from the North Carolina region, you should attend this event. Visit http://www.afceancexpo.org/Home to learn more about the event.

EVENTS

Golf Tournament: November 13, 2012 – Proceeds benefit the AFCEA Scholarship Fund. AFCEA Golf Tournament Flyer 11-13-2012

• Location:  Gates Four Country Club, 6775 Irongate Drive, Fayetteville, 28306
• Fee: $70.00, includes: Cart, green fees, dinner and door prizes.
• Format: Captain’s Choice
• Check In: 11:00AM

To register, visit http://afcea-nc.org/golf-signup/

General Session and Exposition: November 14-15, 2012

http://www.afceancexpo.org/Agenda

CONFERENCE FEES

Government/Military Attendee: FREE (ID required at on-site registration)

Non-Government/Industry Attendee: $75.00

REGISTRATION LINK
CLICK HERE to register for the conference.

Note: Online Registration will close midnight, November 8, 2012

For questions, contact Ranae Grehl, Conference Services, Technology Forums Government Meetings, at (703) 740-1932 or email at rgrehl@governmentmeetings.com.

It’s not too late to register for this year’s “Hire a Veteran Week” Job Fair.  The Governor of North Carolina has proclaimed the week of November 11-17 as “Hire a Veteran” Week.  In light of this, the Onslow County Job Link Center has partnered with the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 16, 300 Sherwood Road, Jacksonville, NC to facilitate a Veterans’ Job Fair for Onslow County employers.

The job fair will be conducted from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Wednesday, November 14, 2012 in conjunction with this year’s observance.  There is NO COST associated with participation in this job fair to either employers or job seekers.  The agenda is as follows:

7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.     Check-in, display set up

9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m.    Veterans and Active Duty only

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.   Open to general public

Enclosed is a registration form to gather information about your company, positions open, point of contact, and any support requirements that you will need to participate.  Please return the completed registration form by October 25, 2012 to confirm your attendance.  While space for this event is limited, there are still opportunities to participate.  However, to ensure your company’s participation, an early response is encouraged.

There are a number of Work Opportunity Tax Credits available to employers who hire veterans. Attached is information from the VOW to Hire Heroes Act the enumerates these tax credits for you.  Your participation in support of our Veterans and the Community is greatly appreciated.  Please feel free to contact Gail S. Horn  if there are any questions.

Gail S. Horn

Onslow County Veteran’s Employment Representative

Department of Commerce, Division of Workforce Solutions

461 Western Blvd., Suite 106

Jacksonville, NC 28546

Tel: (910) 347-2121, Ext. 206

Fax: (910) 938-2583

E-mail: gail.horn@nccommerce.com

Web site: www.ncesc.com

NC Military Business Center Appoints Alexa Heath to Fayetteville Technical Community College-Located Headquarters Staff

FAYETTEVILLE (OCT 16, 2012) – The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Alexa Heath as Administrative Assistant and Events Specialist at the NCMBC headquarters, located at Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) in Fayetteville, NC.  In addition to serving as the NCMBC’s deputy office manager, Ms. Heath assists the Integrated Marketing and Training Development Coordinator with planning, coordinating and executing NCMBC-hosted symposia, summits and training events across the state.

Ms. Heath graduated from FTCC with an Associates in Applied Science degree in May 2012.  During her full-time academic career at FTCC, Ms. Heath successfully completed a two year work-study program with the NC Military Business Center.

“Fully trained, experienced and academically prepared, Alexa is already performing exceptionally well and is a great resource for businesses across the State seeking NCMBC services and support,” said Scott Dorney, NCMBC Executive Director. 

A business development component of the North Carolina Community College System headquartered at FTCC, the NCMBC leverages military and other federal business opportunities for economic development and assists North Carolina businesses to engage, compete and win prime and subcontracts in the federal market.  Businesses notified or assisted by the NCMBC since it opened in 2005 have won at least 1,586 contract awards worth $3.5 to $11 billion.

For full contact information for Ms. Heath, visit: http://www.ncmbc.us/contact_us.php or email her at heatha@ncmbc.us.

Athena International Recognizes NC Military Business Center’s Fran Perez-Wilhite with Charlotte Women Leadership Award

CHARLOTTE (OCT 16, 2012) – ATHENA International, in conjunction with sponsor KPMG Charlotte’s Network of Women, has recognized North Carolina Military Business Center’s Fran Perez-Wilhite as recipient of the second annual Charlotte ATHENA Leadership Award®. The award recognizes exemplary women leaders who have achieved excellence in their business or profession, served the community in a meaningful way and, most importantly, actively assisted women to achieve their full leadership potential.

A former logistics officer at Fort Bragg, Perez-Wilhite has served as a Business Development Specialist in the NCMBC’s Charlotte office at Central Piedmont Community College since 2006.  A business development component of the North Carolina Community College System headquartered at FTCC, the NCMBC leverages military and other federal business opportunities for economic development and assists North Carolina businesses to engage, compete and win prime and subcontracts in the federal market.  Businesses notified or assisted by the NCMBC since it opened in 2005 have won at least 1,586 contract awards worth $3.5 to $11 billion.  Prior to joining the NCMBC, she spent thirteen years in various management positions at Philip Morris USA.

Founded 30 years ago, ATHENA International is a women’s leadership organization that supports, develops and honors women leaders through the programs it administers.  Locally, the program is sponsored by KPMG LLP, a licensed ATHENA host organization.

Cathy Green Burns, President of Food Lion LLC and Delhaize America, Inc., served as the keynote speaker, Dianne Dinkel, ATHENA International CEO and President presented the ATHENA award, and Molly Grantham, WBTV3 news anchor, was the master of ceremonies.

To contact Fran Perez-Wilhite or for more information on the NCMBC, visit www.ncmbc.us.

Fran Perez-Wilhite (NCMBC) Awarded 2012 Business Award

FAYETTEVILLE (OCT 3, 2012) – Fran Perez-Wilhite, MBA of the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) was awarded the 2012 Business Award by the Black Political Caucus (BPC) of Charlotte-Mecklenburg at its Fall Business Banquet.

A business development component of the North Carolina Community College System headquartered at FTCC, the NCMBC leverages military and other federal business opportunities for economic development and assists North Carolina businesses to engage, compete and win prime and subcontracts in the federal market.  Businesses notified or assisted by the NCMBC since it opened in 2005 have won at least 1,571 contract awards worth $3.5 to $11 billion.

The BPC Business Award recognizes individuals who have positively impacted the African –American community in the Charlotte Mecklenburg area.  A former logistics officer at Fort Bragg, Perez-Wilhite has served as a Business Development Specialist in the NCMBC’s Charlotte office at Central Piedmont Community College since 2006.  Prior to joining the NCMBC, she spent thirteen years in various management positions at Philip Morris USA.

To contact Fran Perez-Wilhite or for more information on the NCMBC, visit www.ncmbc.us.

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The NCMBC is a component of the NC Community College System, headquartered at

Fayetteville Technical Community College (2201 Hull Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28303).

Recently, the North Carolina Coastal Federation highlighted MCB Camp Lejeune’s achievements in green construction. Since 2009, Camp Lejeune has been installing PV sites- with the goal to create 17 sites base-wide. The PV cells- connected to a building or directly into the power grid, are currently heating water for base housing and supplying energy to several barracks.

Once the 17 sites are constructed, the base will benefit from 14 megawatts of power generated from these solar panels, supplying about 7% of the base’s power needs.
With just half of the sites having been completed, Camp Lejeune continues to build PV fields, contracted to several outside firms.

In addition to PV sites, Camp Lejeune is working on Silver LEED base housing- with the plan of 700 Silver LEED homes in Midway Park by 2013. An additional 2500 LEED homes have been built at MCAS Cherry Point and MCB Camp Lejeune.
To read about more projects, view the full article here

Interested in hearing about more “green” opportunities on Camp Lejeune and other military installations from the representatives in environmental and public works divisions themselves? The upcoming Federal Construction Summit will feature a session “Energy and Environmental Issues & Opportunities” at 11:20 am on October 11th 2012!

The North Carolina Military Business Center

in conjunction with the Fayetteville Regional Chamber hosts fall contractor training classes

WHAT:  Proposal Development Principals Workshop – “Proposal Development Principals” will introduce business developers, new to the contractual process to the basic principles and elements of proposal development.   It will address the types of proposals, proposal content and review process.  The instructor will also review a generic process one might use to develop a contract proposal.

WHEN:  October 18, 2012

TIME:  3:00 – 5:00 p.m.

LOCATION:  Fayetteville Technical Community Center, Small Business Center, Lecture Room

WHAT:  GSA Advanced Workshop – The GSA Schedules Program serves as the catalyst for billions of dollars in federal spending, helping meet procurement needs for eligible users, including all branches of the federal government.  Find out how to write the GSA and e-file and leverage the effectiveness of your schedule.

WHEN:  November 14, 2012

TIME:  3:00 – 5:00 p.m.

LOCATION:  Fayetteville Technical Community Center, Small Business Center, Lecture Room

WHAT:  Cost Estimating Basics Lunch and Learn – “Cost Estimating Basics” will introduce business developers, new to the contractual process to the basic principles and elements of cost estimating.   It will also review a generic process one might use to develop a cost estimate.

WHEN:  December 5, 2012

TIME:  3:00 – 5:00 p.m.

LOCATION:  Fayetteville Technical Community Center, Small Business Center, Lecture Room

Contact Billy Buckner (bucknerb@ncmbc.us) or Toni Dixon at (tdixon@fayettevillencchamber.org) for more information.

Concrete Protection Products, Inc. (CPPI) is a veteran-owned small business started in 2001, and currently located at 627-C Graves Street in Kernersville, North Carolina.  The business specializes in the fabrication and distribution of fiberglass and carbon fiber reinforced rebar used in reinforcing a variety of concrete applications.  These include residential architectural and structural concrete, medical and scientific instrumentation applications, power and electrical substation applications, and highway pavement, barriers, and bridges.

The composite rebar products are designed to replace the use of steel rebar in applications where rebar corrosion, electromagnetic conductivity, low thermal insulation and heavy weight make the use of steel rebar impractical or undesirable.

CPPI maintains an extensive inventory of material in its warehouse, and is capable in most cases of same day shipments to any location in North Carolina.  Price quotations, design assistance, and shop drawings are available by contacting them at 336/993-2461, or visiting their website at www.fiberglassrebar.com.

If you would like your company to be featured in the business spotlight section, please email your content to Courtney Smedick at smedickc@ncmbc.us.

*The NC Military Business Center, the NC Community College System, and the State of North Carolina do not officially validate, warrant or endorse events, companies or activities listed on this website. These items are posted strictly for the information and convenience of NCMBC customers.

Whiting Turner was awarded $21.8 Million dollar General Construction MACC Task Order (Contract Number N40085-10-D-5330-004)  to complete energy efficiency improvements to include eliminating central steam at the Camp Johnson and New River Air Station area of MCB Camp Lejeune, NC.  The replacement of a central steam system will entail the removal of steam equipment at each facility and the installation of high efficiency systems such as natural gas fired hot water appliances, high efficiency heat pumps and hot water equipment to meet heating load requirements.

Subcontractors and vendors that would like to contact Whiting Turner for opportunities:

Whiting Turner

300 East Joppa Road

Baltimore MD 21286

(410) 821-1100

Prequalification or general information: prequalbal@whiting-turner.com

Prequalification package attached to this email.

P1422 B & C Energy Efficiency Improvements

Solicitation Number: N4008512R7711

Agency: Department of the Navy
Office: Naval Facilities Engineering Command
Location: NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic

Contract Award Number : N40085-10-D-5330-0004

Contract Award Dollar Amount : $21,825,876.00

Link for the prequirements documents:

https://www.neco.navy.mil/biz_ops/840-v5static.aspx?hkey=119267002

The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) was contacted by a prime contractor September 26, 2012 who is looking for Small Business partners, to include HUB, SDVOSB and Women-Owned businesses, to support an impending training facility contract in the Research Triangle Park (RTP) area (near 147 and I-40).

The contractor will submit its proposal on 10 Oct.

Contract support for subcontractors includes catering, transportation, physical fitness trainers and equipment, and security for 800 out-of-town students.

This is a 12-month training curriculum for the students. The base period for the contract is five (5) years. The government has the option to renew in 1-year increments for an additional five (5) years.

BELOW IS A LIST OF REQUESTED SUPPORT.

Catering
• Provide breakfast, lunch and dinner 7-days a week for 800 students.
• Provide lunch for 130 instructors.
• Provide unique meal requirements, including Halal or Kosher dining, and meal times based on cultural or religious beliefs.
• The food service company should be prepared to accommodate the student dietary requirements within reason.

The training facility in RTP has a kitchen and dining area that can accommodate meals requirement.

Transportation
• Provide a 6-person van, a 20-person mini-bus, and a 60-person coach to transport students between their hotel, training facility and fitness center. Additional requirements to be determined.
• Transport students for local trips on a weekly basis to the mall, downtown or other designated areas.
• Contractor access to dispatch in the event there are issues with the schedule.

Physical Fitness
• Provide personal trainers to implement student physical fitness program.
• Provide gym equipment using commercial fitness center standards. Physical fitness equipment includes Stairmasters, treadmills, elliptical machines, free weights, etc.

Security
• Possibly provide security guards that meet state security guard requirements.
• Provide students and instructors and faculty with key cards/badges and turnstiles that allow/prevent access to the facility.

Interested companies should submit their information at http://www.ncmbc.us/PrimeContractorQuestionnaire.php by 1 Oct not later than 4:00 p.m. Eastern.

A list of interested contractors will be provided to prime contractor who will contact individual subcontractors based on information provided in their registration. Subcontractors should be prepared to provided Capabilities Statements and other pertinent company data upon request.

For further questions, contact Billy J. Buckner at (910) 678-0192 or via email at bucknerb@ncmbc.us.

While SAM may have gotten off to a rocky start, many of the issues that existed in the first few weeks are resolved, and the vast majority of users can now do what they need to do without difficulty.

Here are some hints:

If you have a draft record from several weeks ago that you never finished because of a connectivity issue or some other error, it is recommended that you delete the draft and create a fresh record. It will greatly increase your chance of success without intervention. To do that, once the entity (your company/business/organization is now referred to as an ‘Entity”) logs into your SAM account, you should see Register/Update Entity on the left navigation bar. Click that, then Incomplete Registrations. The user’s entity should appear under Entity List on the left. Click the entity name and information will appear under the Entity Details on the right. Under the information, there should appear 3 choices; View, Update Entity, and Delete. Click Delete and follow the directions. If the [Delete] or [Deactivate] buttons are unavailable, the draft record cannot be deleted by that user or not at that time.

There is a difference between a “Draft” record, a “Work In Progress” record, and one you’ve actually “Submitted.” Draft means you started but haven’t finished the Core Data section. Work In Progress means you have completed the Core Data, but either still need to provide information or simply have not clicked SUBMIT at the end of the process. Don’t forget to click the SUBMIT button!! More quick reference guides are found on the HELP tab on www.SAM.gov under User Guides.

If you stopped in the middle of the process and can’t figure out how to get back in: Log in and go to Register/Update Entity, find your Incomplete Registration and click on Update. You must go through the entire process in order to submit. Closely follow the “Quick Start Guides for Updating/Renewing Registrations” on the Help tab of http://sam.gov. Please note that Federal regulation requires a complete review of the information prior to submission. Therefore, in order to submit, you must review each page, validating the accuracy of the content, and clicking on “Save and Confirm” or “Save and Continue” on every screen. If you are registering to be eligible for contracts, you must complete the Reps & Certs section. In that section, be sure you have selected the box certifying to the accuracy of the data on the Reps & Certs review screen. At the end, be sure to hit “Submit”. If you don’t get the “Congratulations” message at the end of the process, you haven’t submitted.

Bottom line, You can check your status messages to see where you in the process: a guide to status messages can be found in the full SAM User Guide (Sect 3.74 and 3.8).

It takes an average 3-5 business days to get a new record through the external validations of IRS and DLA CAGE. The IRS validation process is averaging 2-3 days alone. The CAGE assignment/validation is about the same for most records, but could take longer if there is something that needs to be verified with the registrant. Please remember, it takes a while for the external validations to complete before a new record goes active or an update is processed.

Take time to read the User Guides under the HELP tab on www.SAM.gov.  It will be well worth your time.

The Environment Protection Agency’s Office of Research and Development National Exposure Laboratory in Cincinnati, OH is looking for recent graduate students to participate in its integrated assessment of sustainable wastewater treatment methodologies program.

For details about this position, visit

https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=f6e1c9e70a3c4e5ad3c82d440221bb09&tab=core&_cview=0

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age with a Master’s Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or related field from a college or university within the last two years.

Prior to applying for this job, applicants are encouraged to visit http://www.epa.gov/oam/srpod/ to learn more about the position.

Applications MUST include the following:

1. Resume or Statement of Qualification (not to exceed 2 pages)
2. Completed Student Proposal Form
3. Copy of college/university transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable, if it is apparent from the transcript copy that it is a copy of an official document and that the school is identified)
4. Three letters of Recommendations (not to exceed 2 pages per letter )
5. Hourly Rate Certification

Applications are due Thursday, October 4, 2012 not later than 4:30 p.m. (EST). For questions and to submit applications, contact Nicole Hairston at hairston.nicole@epa.gov or Dionne Wright at wright.dionne@epa.gov.

The anticipated start date for this job is December 1, 2012, dependent on student availability. The job duration is 12 months with the option to extend the position 12 additional months.

The VOW to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 made changes to the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). It now provides tax credits and other incentives for employers who hire long-term unemployed Veterans and/or Veterans with service-connected disabilities. The Act added these two new categories to the existing qualified veteran targeted group. The credit can be as high as $9,600 per qualified veteran for for-profit employers or up to $6,240 for qualified tax-exempt organizations, but the amount of the credit will also depend on a number of factors, including the length of the veteran’s unemployment before hire, the number of hours the veteran works, and the veteran’s first-year wages. Businesses claim the credit on their income tax return.

Here are two websites where you can learn more:
Veterans Affairs: http://benefits.va.gov/vow/index.htm
IRS: http://www.irs.gov/businesses/small/article/0,,id=253949,00.html
Dept of Labor: http://www.doleta.gov/business/incentives/opptax/

U.S. Senator Kay R. Hagan
Invites All 7th – 12th Grade Students and Middle/High School Counselors to:
MILITARY SERVICE ACADEMY DAY 2012
______________________________________________________________
Saturday, September 22, 2012
Registration 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Meet and Mingle with Senator Hagan 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Program and Academy Fair 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
__________________________________________________________________
Please join Senator Hagan and representatives from the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Military Academy, and U.S. Naval Academy to hear about the five service academies, as well as Senator Hagan’s service academy nomination process.
Forsyth Technical Community College
West Campus Auditorium
1300 Bolton Street
Winston-Salem, NC

For more information contact Chris Sgro or Jennifer Johnson at (336) 333-5311 or
Chris_sgro@hagan.senate.gov or Jennifer_johnson@hagan.senate.gov
No R.S.V.P. is required

2012 NC Government Contracting Seminar

Please join Strategic Consulting Solutions and the North Carolina Military Business Center for a full day of networking, education and interaction with successful contractors and experts in the government contracting industry.

When.  October 25, 2012 from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.

Where.

Wake Tech Community College

Student Services Conference Center

9101 Fayetteville Road

Raleigh, NC 27603

Cost.

$110 registration fee, includes continental breakfast and lunch.

$95.00 fee if registered by October 15, 2012.

Program.  We all know the challenge…keeping up with the ever-changing GovCon environment. Fortunately, each year Strategic Consulting Solutions assembles the industry’s top leaders and experts to help business owners plan and formulate responses to the most significant challenges they may face. This year’s event is built on the foundation of past successes and promises to deliver invaluable insight to:
• SBA Funding
• Award Protests
• Year-End Tax Changes
• GSA Contracting
• DCAA compliance
• Earned Value Management
• Healthcare Reform
Additional benefits include networking with other highly-successful business owners and professionals plus the opportunity to earn up to 8 CPE credits!

Morning Keynote:  Addison (Tad) Davis, Command Executive Officer of the U.S. Army Reserve Command
Luncheon Keynote:  Orna Drawas, Author of “Perform Like a Rock Star and Still Have Time for Lunch”
Plus, all participants will recieve a complimentary copy of Orna’s book!

Registration.  To register, visit: http://www.ncmbc.us/2012NCGovernmentContractingSeminar.php

Contact.

Mark Redmond

Strategic Consulting Solutions

mredmond@scsconsults.com

865-325-5159

The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) and Invest in Cornwall are pleased to host the ITAR Training Event at Wake Tech Community College on September 27, 2012.

When.  September 27, 2012 at 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.

Where. Wake Tech Community College, Main Campus

Convention Center (located on the second floor of the Wake Tech Student Center)

9101 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh, NC 27603

Cost.  $40.00 per person.  Cost includes light breakfast, lunch, snack and full program.

Registration.  Registration is required.  Visit http://www.ncmbc.us/2012ITARS/index.php.

Why attend this event? 

Foreign military markets represent new opportunities for North Carolina businesses.  This training event will provide information to assist businesses in understanding the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), which govern the export of defense products and services from US shores.  The training will also address import regulations in the United Kingdom (case study), which govern US and other foreign sales to the UK Ministry of Defense.  NC businesses interested in selling to foreign militaries must become knowledgeable in both US export regulations and applicable target county import regulations to leverage these lucrative market opportunities.

Program.

The training will include: presentations on US ITAR export regulations by Mike Alloca, an expert in international logistical management and renowned public speaker (www.alloccaenterprises.com); training on UK import regulations and sales to the British MOD by Gregg Kervill, CEO of Phoenix Technical Group (and ex-Program Manager for the British MOD Rapier missile system), www.phoenixtechnicalgroup.com; and plenty of networking time with the trainers and other business participants.

Point of Contacts.

• Program/Content:  Bill Greuling, NCMBC Operations Manager, greulingb@ncmbc.us or 910-578-2626.
• Registration/Payment:  Courtney Smedick, NCMBC Integrated Marketing & Training Specialist, smedickc@ncmbc.us.

The North Carolina Military Business Center is pleased to host the 2012 North Carolina Federal Construction (FEDCON) & Infrastructure Summit in Wilmington, North Carolina at the Wilmington Convention Center on October 10-11, 2012.

Announcing FEDCON Summit Keynote:  Rear Admiral Douglas G. Morton, Commander, Naval Facilities Command, Atlantic. For a full biography, visit:  http://www.ncmbc.us/2012FEDCONSummit.php

WHEN.  October 10-11, 2012

WHERE. Wilmington Convention Center

515 Nutt Street

Wilmington, NC 28401

PARKING. Parking is available at the Wilmington Convention Center (515 Nutt Street, Wilmington, NC 28401) for the rate of $2.00 for the 1st hour, and $1.00 for subsequent hours to the maximum of $8.00 per up to 24 hours.

PURPOSE.  The “FEDCON Summit” will bring together over 800 representatives of the Corps of
Engineers, Naval Facilities Engineering Command, United States Coast Guard, Department of Veterans Affairs, GSA Public Buildings Service, other federal agencies and installations, general and specialty contractors, designers and construction suppliers in North Carolina.

WHY ATTEND THE FEDCON SUMMIT?

• The FEDCON Summit is the premier, best-established and most-recognized federal construction event in North Carolina – businesses who are already engaged or want to perform in the federal market need to be there!
• Installation and agency “Program and Issues Dialogue” sessions will address future projects, acquisition strategies and issues related to procurement and execution of projects at military bases and facilities in NC and SC
• Other Summit sessions will address critical and timely topics, including small business programs and utilization, budget impacts, contracting processes and pre-award, post-award and legal issues in federal construction and engineering contracting
• Summit “speed networking” sessions allow businesses to meet one-on-one and market themselves to representatives of every federal agency that procures construction- and engineering-related services in NC and SC, including DoD, US Coast Guard, VA, GSA Public Buildings Service, etc.
• Summit networking and trade show activities allow businesses to market their services and products to over 700 general contractors, specialty contractors, engineers, architects and suppliers
• In addition to the Summit on October 11, networking opportunities with all FEDCON attendees include a pre-Summit social on October 10, riverside adjacent to the Wilmington Convention Center – a huge hit in 2011!

SUMMIT PROGRAM.  The Summit program will focus on new federal construction, sustainment, restoration and modernization (SRM) and energy-related construction opportunities and federal contracting processes in North Carolina.  The program will include presentations, panel discussions, breakout sessions, a vendor expo and speed networking with:

•      Naval Facilities Engineering Command
•      US Army Corps of Engineers
•      Army, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard and National Guard Installations
•      Department of Veterans Affairs and Other Federal Agencies
•      Major Construction Prime Contractors
•      North Carolina Companies

ATTENDANCE.  Attendance is encouraged for:

•      General and specialty contractors in North Carolina
•      Design firms in North Carolina
•      Construction Supply Firms in North Carolina
•      Current federal primes seeking North Carolina partners and suppliers

To register, visit: http://www.ncmbc.us/2012FEDCONSummit.php

Apogee Consulting Group is a value-based, multi-discipline engineering and Architecture design and consulting firm, established in 1999. We are professionally registered in 38 states and the District of Columbia. Headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, our additional offices are located in Atlanta, Georgia; Columbia, Maryland; Fort Collins, Colorado; Indianapolis, Indiana; and Norman, OK. Apogee is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business.

Apogee offers comprehensive mechanical, electrical and plumbing engineering design and consultation, and Architectural Design and Consultation services delivered through a culture of teamwork, shared focus and professional project management. It is our goal to fulfill your vision and to enhance your success by contributing to your profitable growth.

Apogee Consulting Group serves clients throughout the United States, offering turn-key design and project management. Our extensive experience as a prime contractor, sub-contractor and as part of design-build teams ensure a streamlined process and expert cross-disciplinary management. The Apogee professionals have developed an in-depth knowledge and understanding of regulatory code requirements, standards and concerns that are unique to each of our clients.

Clients from federal, state and local municipalities, corporations, communications facilities, academic institutions and VA and private healthcare facilities have all benefitted from Apogee’s partnership. Our broad range of services within these industries include new construction, renovations and additions, shell design, interior fit-ups, power generation and distribution design, and HVAC system design. Consultation services include Building Life Cycle Cost Analysis, Energy Modeling and Analysis, and Sustainable Design Analysis. As Project Managers, we establish effective business systems that ensure schedule compliance and high quality deliverables. With Apogee Consulting Group on your team, we’ll bring your vision to life.

For more information:

Terry L. Grube

Marketing Manager

P|919-838-7632   F|919-858-7423

E| tgrube@acg-pa.com   W| www.acg-pa.com

If you would like your company to be featured in the business spotlight section, please email your content to Courtney Smedick at smedickc@ncmbc.us.

*The NC Military Business Center, the NC Community College System, and the State of North Carolina do not officially validate, warrant or endorse events, companies or activities listed on this website. These items are posted strictly for the information and convenience of NCMBC customers

4th Annual 8th District Federal Contracting Symposium, Hosted by Congressman Larry Kissell

WHEN.  October 24th, 2012.   Registration tentatively scheduled at 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM.  Program tentatively scheduled to begin at 8:40 AM.  Event tentatively scheduled to last until 1:00 PM.

WHERE. Stanly County Agri-Civic Center, 26032-B Newt Road, Albemarle, NC 28001 (Off Highway 24-27)

PROGRAM.  The Federal Contracting Symposium will include a federal contracting workshop series and a resource fair for businesses engaging in the federal market.  The resource fair is a reverse trade show with booths occupied by representatives of federal contracting offices and prime contractors, who are interested in meeting small business contractors and subcontractors.  The reverse trade show format provides your company the opportunity to meet and present your business to numerous federal agencies and prime contractors – all in one location.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE.

Resource Fair (concurrent, runs the duration of the Symposium).

Federal Contracting Workshop Series.  The workshop series will include sessions hosted by numerous federal agencies.  A detailed agenda is coming soon.  Speakers from the following federal agencies have been invited to participate:

• Department of Veterans Affairs
• US Special Operations Command
• General Services Administration (GSA)
• US Forest Service
• System for Award Management (SAM)
• Fort Bragg
• Seymour Johnson AFB
• Marine Corps Installations East
• …and many more

REGISTRATION. This event is free; however, registration is required. To register for this event, visit: http://ncmbc.us/2012FederalContractingSymposium.php.

CONTACT.  For more information contact:

• Event Program:  Fran Perez-Wilhite, Business Development Specialist, NCMBC, 704.806.6858 or perezf@ncmbc.us
• Registration Questions:  Courtney Smedick, Integrated Marketing & Training, NCMBC, smedickc@ncmbc.us

USO Freedom Ride & BBQ

Cape Fear Harley Division

3950 Sycamore Dairy Road, Fayetteville, NC

October 6, 2012

$25.00/Rider

$40.00/Two Riders

Register online at:  www.uso-nc.org

The Air Force and Navy approaches to the Presidential one gigawatt per service goal continue to follow a more decentralized path than the Army, although both Services have EITF-like organizations.  The USAF’s Renewable Energy Project Development (REPD) Subpanel vets potential projects and then passes on winners to the appropriate AF agencies for execution.

The Navy released a Shore Energy Policy in late June to describe how they will achieve their piece of the pie.  The policy defines energy security and is clear on what that means: “Provide reliable, resilient, and redundant mission critical sources to Navy tier I and II task critical assets (TCA) ashore”.

http://in.reuters.com/article/2012/07/10/us-usa-navy-energy-idINBRE8691JV20120710

The Navy has had a Shore Energy Policy Board since Oct of 2001, who could fulfill the screening/vetting role.  It is unclear if they are passing out projects, but that being said, in pursuit of their one gigawatt goal, the Navy is going back to the well.  Literally.

The Navy released a sources sought solicitation for “Large Scale Renewable Energy Generation facility at Naval Air Weapons Station (NAWS) China Lake”.  For those not familiar with China Lake, it is the home of the DOD’s largest renewable energy power plant(s), 270 megawatts of geothermal generated electricity.  The four plants are owned by commercial interests.  The Navy is now looking for ideas in the 20-200MW range at China Lake.  The solicitation does not specify a technology.

Solicitation Number: N6247312C3805

Agency: Department of the Navy
Office: Naval Facilities Engineering Command
Location: NAVFAC Southwest, Utility/Energy Contracts Team

This information is provided by Diana Potts with G&E Advisors, dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com.

Registration is Open for Renewable and Alternative Energy Power Production for DoD Installations

Multiple-Award Task Order Contract Pre-proposal Conference

Last week, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, through its Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville, issued a Multiple-Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) Request for Proposal (RFP) for $7 billion in total contract capacity to procure reliable, locally generated, renewable and alternative energy through power purchase agreements. The $7 billion capacity would be expended for the purchase of energy over a period of 30 years or less from renewable energy plants that are constructed, owned and operated by contractors using private sector financing.

The Pre-proposal Conference for the Renewable and Alternative Energy Power Production for DoD Installations MATOC RFP is now open and will be held at the Redstone Arsenal Sparkman Center on 22 August 2012 from 0700-1715. There is no fee for attending this event.

The Pre-proposal Conference will bring together U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and industry leaders in an effort to provide industry with a better understanding of the general procurement process and specific contract considerations so industry may provide a more comprehensive proposal addressing the Government’s requirements.

This is an industry focused event and has a maximum capacity of 650 participants. Registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis and is restricted to two (2) representatives for each company. Registration closes when capacity has been reached or on 17 August, 2012 at midnight CT– whichever comes first. A notification will be posted on the event website when this occurs. Please be aware, if you are not registered for this event you will not have access to enter Redstone Arsenal. We apologize, there will be no exceptions.

To register and view the most current information, please visit the Renewable and Alternative Energy Power Production for DoD Installations Multiple-Award Task Order (MATOC) Pre-proposal Conference. Details and special instructions will be updated to the website as they occur.  http://armyeitf.com/index.php/events/upcoming-events

This information is provided by Diana Potts with G&E Advisors, dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com.

Dragados, USA has been awarded the Base Entry Point and Road Phase II and II , projects P 1383 and P1384 aboard Camp Lejeune, North Carolina and is actively looking for subcontractors! We are pleased to be co-hosting TWO subcontractor networking events, 1 in Jacksonville, and 1 in the Raleigh/Durham area. The Jacksonville event will be on August 1, 2012 from 3-6pm. The Raleigh/ Durham event will be August 16 from 3-6 pm at Wake Technical Community College. Please visit http://www.ncmbc.us/DragadosSub/DragadosEvent.php to sign up.
According to Dragados:
The Contract includes construction of approximately 1.5 miles of Base Entry Road (BER), consisting of four lane divided asphalt pavement from approximately 1,200 feet northwest of future Wallace Creek Road to approximately 900 feet northwest of the Sneads Ferry Road/Piney Green Road intersection, with new BER bridges over Wallace Creek Road, Bearhead Creek and Holcomb Blvd. A multi-use asphalt pavement trail will be constructed parallel to the BER. Work will include constructing new interchanges at Wallace Creek Road and Holcomb Blvd; widening Wallace Creek Road; and installing a cul-de-sac at the beginning of Hadnot Service Road. The Wallace Creek Road bridges will consist of dual 105 foot long single span structures supported by 54″ prestressed concrete beams and integral MSE wall supported abutments. The Bearhead Creek bridge will consist of a 605 foot long concrete pile supported bridge with 50′-1-1/2″ spans of 21″ prestressed concrete cored slab beams, concrete pile caps and columns.

They are looking for contractors IN ALL DIVISIONS, particularly the following:
Division 03 Concrete Placement, Rebar Placement,
Division 05 Timber Pedestrian Bridges
Division 10 Specialty, Signage
Division 16 Electrical
Division 31 Earthwork (Site Work-Earthwork, Trucking & Hauling, Clearing & Grubbing
Division 32 Exterior Improvements: Paving, Grading, Pavement Markings, Signage, Drainage
Division 34 Transportation Roadway & Bridge Construction, Rail Crossing, Transportation Signaling and Controls
General Contractor: Single Story Buildings

To access the plans:
Project drawings and documentation can be downloaded from the ftp site at: ftp://projects.dragados-usa.com

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Questions or concerns may be addressed to David Kramer, Small Business Liaison at
dkramer@dragados-usa.com or by phone at 910-808-5747.
Dragados, USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Senator Richard Burr, the North Carolina Aerospace Alliance (NCAA), the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) and the North Carolina Department of Commerce will co-host the 2012 North Carolina Aerospace Supplier Conference in High Point, NC on August 14, 2012.

• Senator Richard Burr will attend and provide kickoff remarks.
• Keynote speakers will discuss:
  • HondaJet – Flight Test and Certification Update
  • “The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter – Focus on Affordability” (Dr. Don A. Kinard, Senior Technical Fellow for Lockheed Martin and Deputy for the F-35 Fighter Production System).
  • “Prime Contractor Sessions” will feature large primes and first tier subs, who will brief about their companies, current and future requirements, and teaming and supplier opportunities and prequalification procedures.
    • Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO):  Ray Jones will moderate a panel comprising Firstmark Aerospace, North State Aviation, Piedmont Aviation, and TIMCO Aviation Services.  The discussion will focus on MRO issues as they impact the supply chain, supply chain opportunities and qualifications, and workforce/training issues.
    • Manufacturing:  Scott Dorney will moderate a panel comprising Curtiss Wright, Triumph Aerospace, Turbomeca, and LORD Corporation.  The discussion will focus on current supply chain manufacturing issues, supply chain opportunities and qualifications, and workforce/training issues.
• A large exhibitor expo floor will showcase the technologies, products and services of NC companies engaged in or supporting the aerospace industry.

Welcome Reception.  The Supplier Conference will include a reception on the evening of August 13.  More information will be available on the event website.  All registered attendees are welcome and encouraged to attend the reception.

REGISTRATION.  Both attendee and exhibitor registration are now available. Only a few exhibit spaces remain.  Save your space by registering at: http://ncmbc.us/2012NCAerospaceConference.php.

Sponsorship.  Sponsorship makes this event possible – and keeps the price within the range of small business.  Opportunities for sponsorship are still available, and sponsors are highly appreciated and recognized repeatedly – before, during and after the Conference.  Contact Courtney Locus for more information (910-678-0191, locusc@ncmbc.us).

Contact.

• Program Content.  Ray Jones at ray.jones@ncaerospace.net.
• Venue and Registration.  Courtney Smedick at smedickc@ncmbc.us.
• Sponsorship.  Courtney Locus at locusc@ncmbc.us.

Be a sponsor of the 2012 NC Military Business Center event  and leverage the limitless opportunities to increase your company’s exposure.  Reach attendees in the months prior to the event date! For an brief overview of each event and sponsorship investment levels, click here.

Visit our event web pages for updates! We look forwarded to seeing you this year!

NC Aerospace Supplier Conference (August 14 – High Point, NC), click here

NC Federal Construction (FEDCON) & Infrastructure Summit (October 10-11 – Wilmington, NC), click here

If you are interested in sponsoring one or more 2012 NCMBC events, please contact Courtney Locus at locusc@ncmbc.us.

Senator Richard Burr, Senator Kay Hagan, Congressman Larry Kissell, the North Carolina Military Business Center and Fayetteville Technical Community College are pleased to announce the 11th Annual North Carolina Defense and Economic Development Trade Show in Fayetteville, NC on August 7, 2012.

Event.  This event will include a one-day trade show, extensive networking opportunities and government procurement workshops (three tracks) for both prospective and current federal contractors.

When.  August 7, 2012

Where.  Fayetteville Technical Community College

Horace Sisk Building

2201 Hull Road

Fayetteville, NC

Why Attend This Event:  At the trade show, you will have the opportunity to build relationships with senior representatives from the Congressional delegation, Department of Defense, other federal agencies and numerous defense contracting firms, including North Carolina small businesses.  The event will include a traditional trade show, structured and informal networking opportunities and government procurement workshops for both prospective and current federal contractors.

For more information, visit: http://ncmbc.us/2012DefenseTradeShow.php.

Be a sponsor of the 2012 NC Military Business Center event  and leverage the limitless opportunities to increase your company’s exposure.  Reach attendees in the months prior to the event date! For an brief overview of each event and sponsorship investment levels, click here.

Visit our event web pages for updates! We look forwarded to seeing you this year!

NC Aerospace Supplier Conference (August 14 – High Point, NC), click here

NC Federal Construction (FEDCON) & Infrastructure Summit (October 10-11 – Wilmington, NC), click here

If you are interested in sponsoring one or more 2012 NCMBC events, please contact Courtney Locus at locusc@ncmbc.us.

Be a sponsor of the 2012 NC Military Business Center event  and leverage the limitless opportunities to increase your company’s exposure.  Reach attendees in the months prior to the event date! For an brief overview of each event and sponsorship investment levels, click here.

Visit our event web pages for updates! We look forwarded to seeing you this year!

NC Aerospace Supplier Conference (August 14 – High Point, NC), click here

NC Federal Construction (FEDCON) & Infrastructure Summit (October 10-11 – Wilmington, NC), click here

If you are interested in sponsoring one or more 2012 NCMBC events, please contact Courtney Locus at locusc@ncmbc.us.

The 2012 Industry Forum will be held via Webinar beginning August 20, 2012. The Web Conference or Webinar as it’s known, will allow real-time point-to-point communications as well as multicast communications from NAVFAC to many receivers at once. In a time of budget reductions and cost-saving initiatives this efficient technology will maximize our audience and minimize our expenses. Additional details regarding the event including the agenda, copies of briefs, and directions for joining the webinar will be provided at: http://go.usa.gov/vtm. This webinar is designed to inform leaders in the construction, real estate development, and architecture/engineering industries who team with NAVFAC to provide the best infrastructure solutions to the Navy. This webinar will provide information you need on the latest policies, workload, standards, and initiatives within NAVFAC. Attendees will hear from NAVFAC leaders in the areas of acquisition, small business, environmental issues, engineering, design and construction, facilities support, and safety. Each webinar brief will be followed by an interactive question and answer session.

Limited registration available. To register, contact Mr. Jason Williams at (757) 322-4088, email: Jason.e.williams2@navy.mil.

Be a sponsor of the 2012 NC Military Business Center event  and leverage the limitless opportunities to increase your company’s exposure.  Reach attendees in the months prior to the event date! For an brief overview of each event and sponsorship investment levels, click here.

Visit our event web pages for updates! We look forwarded to seeing you this year!

NC Aerospace Supplier Conference (August 14 – High Point, NC), click here

NC Federal Construction (FEDCON) & Infrastructure Summit (October 10-11 – Wilmington, NC), click here

If you are interested in sponsoring one or more 2012 NCMBC events, please contact Courtney Locus at locusc@ncmbc.us.

Be a sponsor of the 2012 NC Military Business Center event  and leverage the limitless opportunities to increase your company’s exposure.  Reach attendees in the months prior to the event date! For an brief overview of each event and sponsorship investment levels, click here.

Visit our event web pages for updates! We look forwarded to seeing you this year!

NC Aerospace Supplier Conference (August 14 – High Point, NC), click here

NC Federal Construction (FEDCON) & Infrastructure Summit (October 10-11 – Wilmington, NC), click here

If you are interested in sponsoring one or more 2012 NCMBC events, please contact Courtney Locus at locusc@ncmbc.us.

Dragados, USA has been awarded the Base Entry Point and Road Phase II and II, projects P 1383 and P1384 aboard Camp Lejeune, North Carolina and is actively looking for subcontractors! We are pleased to be co-hosting TWO subcontractor networking events, 1 in Jacksonville, and 1 in the Raleigh/Durham area. The Jacksonville event will be on August 1, 2012 from 3-6pm. The Raleigh/ Durham event will be August 16 from 3-6 pm at Wake Technical Community College. Please visit http://www.ncmbc.us/DragadosSub/DragadosEvent.php to sign up.
According to Dragados:
The Contract includes construction of approximately 1.5 miles of Base Entry Road (BER), consisting of four lane divided asphalt pavement from approximately 1,200 feet northwest of future Wallace Creek Road to approximately 900 feet northwest of the Sneads Ferry Road/Piney Green Road intersection, with new BER bridges over Wallace Creek Road, Bearhead Creek and Holcomb Blvd. A multi-use asphalt pavement trail will be constructed parallel to the BER. Work will include constructing new interchanges at Wallace Creek Road and Holcomb Blvd; widening Wallace Creek Road; and installing a cul-de-sac at the beginning of Hadnot Service Road. The Wallace Creek Road bridges will consist of dual 105 foot long single span structures supported by 54″ prestressed concrete beams and integral MSE wall supported abutments. The Bearhead Creek bridge will consist of a 605 foot long concrete pile supported bridge with 50′-1-1/2″ spans of 21″ prestressed concrete cored slab beams, concrete pile caps and columns.

They are looking for contractors IN ALL DIVISIONS, particularly the following:
Division 03 Concrete Placement, Rebar Placement,
Division 05 Timber Pedestrian Bridges
Division 10 Specialty, Signage
Division 16 Electrical
Division 31 Earthwork (Site Work-Earthwork, Trucking & Hauling, Clearing & Grubbing
Division 32 Exterior Improvements: Paving, Grading, Pavement Markings, Signage, Drainage
Division 34 Transportation Roadway & Bridge Construction, Rail Crossing, Transportation Signaling and Controls
General Contractor: Single Story Buildings

To access the plans:
Project drawings and documentation can be downloaded from the ftp site at: ftp://projects.dragados-usa.com

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Password: ftplejeune

Questions or concerns may be addressed to David Kramer, Small Business Liaison at
dkramer@dragados-usa.com or by phone at 910-808-5747.
Dragados, USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Be a sponsor of the 2012 NC Military Business Center event  and leverage the limitless opportunities to increase your company’s exposure.  Reach attendees in the months prior to the event date! For an brief overview of each event and sponsorship investment levels, click here.

Visit our event web pages for updates! We look forwarded to seeing you this year!

NC Aerospace Supplier Conference (August 14 – High Point, NC), click here

NC Federal Construction (FEDCON) & Infrastructure Summit (October 10-11 – Wilmington, NC), click here

If you are interested in sponsoring one or more 2012 NCMBC events, please contact Courtney Locus at locusc@ncmbc.us.

Strategic Consulting Solutions in partnership with NCMBC is proud to bring the Compliance-in-a-Bag workshops to Wilmington, NC.

When.  Tuesday, August, 28, 2012 from 11:45 am – 1:00 pm

Where.  Cape Fear Community College-North Campus, 4500 Blue Cay Road, Castle Haynes, NC 28429 in the McKeithan Center.

Campus Map.  Click here.

The federal government has determined that certain costs cannot be allowed in prices, cost reimbursements or settlements under contract with the US Government. So what costs are considered unallowable?

After this workshop, you will be knowledgable in:

Unallowable costs
Unallowable cost categories
DCAA Audit Triggers
Applicable FAR Clauses

Speaker.  Larry Mosher, Strategic Consulting Solutions, Inc., Compliance Manager

Cost. Entry fee is only $15.00 and includes lunch!

Registration.  Registration is required.  To register, click here.

As a bonus, 1 CPE credit is offered for this workshop!

Contact.  Larry Mosher, Strategic Consulting Solutions, 843-884-5593 or lmosher@scsconsults.com

Please join the Fayetteville-Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce, Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) and the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) as we welcome members of the United States Senate Committee on Armed Services, including Senator Lindsey Graham (SC), Senator Kelly Ayotte (NH) and Senator John McCain (AZ), to the FTCC Campus.

Purpose. The Senators will discuss the potentially devastating impact of inaction by Congress and the Administration on the looming Fiscal Year 2013 budget sequester, which would result in an additional $500 billion in automatic defense budget cuts beginning in January 2013. The Senators will discuss how inaction on sequestration would seriously risk national security, eliminate over two million jobs in our struggling economy, potentially devastate the defense industry in North Carolina (the second largest sector of the state economy) and break faith with the men and women of our Armed Forces and their families.

When. July 30, 2012, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Doors will not open for the event prior to 12:30 PM.

Where. Multi-Purpose Room, Tony Rand Student Center

Fayetteville Technical Community College

2201 Hull Road

Fayetteville, NC 28303

Campus Map. To review the campus map, click here.

Parking. Parking is available in parking lot #6.

Register. The event is free, but pre-registration is strongly encouraged. To register to attend, click here.

Points of Contact.

Todd Lyden, Fayetteville-Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce, 910-484-4242, tlyden@fayettevillencchamber.org

Brent Michaels, FTCC, 910-678-8209, michaelb@faytechcc.edu

Scott Dorney, NCMBC, 910-678-0190, dorneys@ncmbc.us

Be a sponsor of the 2012 NC Military Business Center event  and leverage the limitless opportunities to increase your company’s exposure.  Reach attendees in the months prior to the event date! For an brief overview of each event and sponsorship investment levels, click here.

Visit our event web pages for updates! We look forwarded to seeing you this year!

NC Aerospace Supplier Conference (August 14 – High Point, NC), click here

NC Federal Construction (FEDCON) & Infrastructure Summit (October 10-11 – Wilmington, NC), click here

If you are interested in sponsoring one or more 2012 NCMBC events, please contact Courtney Locus at locusc@ncmbc.us.

Dragados, USA has been awarded the Base Entry Point and Road Phase II and II, projects P 1383 and P1384 aboard Camp Lejeune, North Carolina and is actively looking for subcontractors! We are pleased to be co-hosting TWO subcontractor networking events, 1 in Jacksonville, and 1 in the Raleigh/Durham area. The Jacksonville event will be on August 1, 2012 from 3-6pm. The Raleigh/ Durham event will be August 16 from 3-6 pm at Wake Technical Community College. Please visit http://www.ncmbc.us/DragadosSub/DragadosEvent.php to sign up.
According to Dragados:
The Contract includes construction of approximately 1.5 miles of Base Entry Road (BER), consisting of four lane divided asphalt pavement from approximately 1,200 feet northwest of future Wallace Creek Road to approximately 900 feet northwest of the Sneads Ferry Road/Piney Green Road intersection, with new BER bridges over Wallace Creek Road, Bearhead Creek and Holcomb Blvd. A multi-use asphalt pavement trail will be constructed parallel to the BER. Work will include constructing new interchanges at Wallace Creek Road and Holcomb Blvd; widening Wallace Creek Road; and installing a cul-de-sac at the beginning of Hadnot Service Road. The Wallace Creek Road bridges will consist of dual 105 foot long single span structures supported by 54″ prestressed concrete beams and integral MSE wall supported abutments. The Bearhead Creek bridge will consist of a 605 foot long concrete pile supported bridge with 50′-1-1/2″ spans of 21″ prestressed concrete cored slab beams, concrete pile caps and columns.

They are looking for contractors IN ALL DIVISIONS, particularly the following:
Division 03 Concrete Placement, Rebar Placement,
Division 05 Timber Pedestrian Bridges
Division 10 Specialty, Signage
Division 16 Electrical
Division 31 Earthwork (Site Work-Earthwork, Trucking & Hauling, Clearing & Grubbing
Division 32 Exterior Improvements: Paving, Grading, Pavement Markings, Signage, Drainage
Division 34 Transportation Roadway & Bridge Construction, Rail Crossing, Transportation Signaling and Controls
General Contractor: Single Story Buildings

To access the plans:
Project drawings and documentation can be downloaded from the ftp site at: ftp://projects.dragados-usa.com

Login: LejeuneGuest
Password: ftplejeune

Questions or concerns may be addressed to David Kramer, Small Business Liaison at
dkramer@dragados-usa.com or by phone at 910-808-5747.

Dragados, USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Founded in 1979, Wyrick Robbins is an entrepreneurial law firm with a focus on growth-oriented businesses.  Our clients range from startup and early-stage companies to established growth companies.  Over the past three decades, our firm has grown to become one of the largest law firms based in the Research Triangle Park area.  One important reason for our growth has been the value proposition we offer clients—high-quality legal services that deliver practical solutions—all at a reasonable cost.

Our firm is one of the few firms in North Carolina that provides full-service legal representation in government contracting matters.  Our Government Contracting practice area has the expertise and experience to handle the wide variety of issues that face government contractors, including:

• pursuing and defending bid protest actions before the Government Accountability Office and the United States Court of Federal Claims;
• negotiating government contract disputes and pursuing contractor claims before the various Boards of Contract Appeals and the United States Court of Federal Claims;
• pursuing and defending against size protests and other protests before the United States Small Business Administration;
• assisting small businesses, 8(a)-certified companies, HUBZone small businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, and women-owned small businesses in navigating the United States Small Business Administration regulations, including regulations regarding affiliation and teaming;
• drafting teaming agreements, joint venture agreements and subcontracts that address considerations unique to the government contracting field;
• advising purchasers and sellers of government contractors regarding the unique issues associated with the purchase and sale of companies holding government contracts, including assisting with the contract novation process; and
• representing government contractors in suspension and debarment proceedings, during Inspector General investigations, and in actions brought pursuant to the False Claims Act.

For additional information, please visit our website at www.wyrick.com or contact Jen Miller at jmiller@wyrick.com or (919) 781-4000.

If you would like your company to be featured in the business spotlight section, please email your content to Courtney Smedick at smedickc@ncmbc.us.

*The NC Military Business Center, the NC Community College System, and the State of North Carolina do not officially validate, warrant or endorse events, companies or activities listed on this website. These items are posted strictly for the information and convenience of NCMBC customers.

U.S. Senator Kay R. Hagan’s North Carolina Back to Work Summit

Hosted at the North Carolina Rural Economic Development Center
4021 Carya Drive
Raleigh, NC 28610

Friday, July 20, 2012

10:30 a.m –12:15 p.m.

Please join Senator Hagan

and:

Sepi Asefnia, Owner, SEPI Engineering

Keith Crisco, North Carolina Secretary of Commerce

Lynn Douthett, District Director, United States Small Business Administration

Billy Ray Hall, President, North Carolina Rural Economic Development Center

Sam Houston, President and CEO, North Carolina STEM Education Center

Scott Ralls, President, North Carolina Community College System

Bonnie Renfro, President, Randolph County Economic Development Corporation

Roger Shackleford, Assistant Secretary for Workforce Solutions, North Carolina Commerce

For a conversation around workforce, economic development, education, and other issues important to the future of North Carolina. Please RSVP to rsvp@hagan.senate.gov

Getting to know NCMBC:  PAMELA N. POGUE
Military Business Coordinator
North Carolina Military Business Center

Pamela Pogue has been a member of the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) Business Development Team since July 2009. She serves as the Military Business Coordinator for Seymour Johnson Air Force Base (AFB).
Ms Pogue engages NC companies in the federal marketplace. Her primary responsibilities include identifying military business opportunities at Seymour Johnson AFB and sourcing those opportunities to North Carolina (NC) businesses statewide. She identifies United States Postal Service (USPS) business opportunities being procured by the Eastern Facilities Service Office and all other USPS business opportunities with performance in NC and sources those opportunities to NC businesses statewide as well. In addition, Ms Pogue provides businesses both group and oneonone solicitation and proposal assistance to win federal contracts. She prepositions NC businesses for prime and subcontracts.
Ms. Pogue retired from the Federal Government in 2009 with 31 years of civilian service. During her career, she was employed with the US Army, the US Department of Agriculture and the US Air Force.
Ms Pogue’s last 20 years of federal service were at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in the 4 th Contracting Squadron. She held numerous management positions and retired as the Acquisition Flight Chief. She attained the highest level of certification in the Acquisition Professional Development Program and held an unlimited Contracting Officer’s warrant.

Pamela was the Acting Director of Business Operations and the Small Business Specialist for the base.

Ms Pogue is a North Carolina native and currently resides in Goldsboro. Her office is located in the Industry and Business Center at Wayne Community College.

Senator Richard Burr, Senator Kay Hagan and the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) are pleased to host the 3rd Annual North Carolina Federal Environmental Symposium on June 13, 2012 at the Holiday Inn Bordeaux in Fayetteville, NC.

Can your company help our bases achieve their Net Zero Energy Goals?

What is Net Zero Energy?

The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has long recognized the strategic importance of energy to its mission, and is working to reduce energy consumption as well as to enhance energy self-sufficiency by drawing on local clean energy sources. A joint initiative formed between DOD and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) in 2008 to address military energy use led to a task force to examine the potential for net zero energy military installations, which would produce as much energy on-site from renewable energy generation, or through the on-site use of renewable fuels, as they consume in buildings, facilities, and fleet vehicles.

Energy conservation and efficiency projects will be discussed to identify economic approaches to minimizing energy demand. Renewable energy generation technologies are then examined for their potential to meet the remaining energy loads, and fleet fuel use is analyzed for opportunities to switch to alternative fuels or electric vehicles. This leads to recommendations and future opportunities for energy efficiency, renewable energy, and transportation energy projects.

WHEN. June 13, 2012

WHERE.

Holiday Inn Bordeaux & Conference Center

1707 Owen Drive

Fayetteville, NC 28304

FOCUS.

This statewide Symposium is focused on helping installations and federal agencies meet their net zero goals and the requirements outlined in the Department of Defense (DoD) Strategic Sustainability Performance Plan, while simultaneously creating business opportunities for North Carolina businesses.

CONCEPT. 

The Symposium will engage up to 350 industry and government representatives in facilitated, interactive discussions focused on current DoD and installation initiatives, future requirements and industry recommendations to achieve sustainability objectives.

FEATURES.

The Symposium will feature the following:

• Kickoff and keynote remarks
• Scheduled to attend:
• Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy and Sustainability, Mr. Richard Kidd
• US Army Reserve Command, Command Executive Officer/Director of Services and Infrastructure Core Enterprises – Tad Davis (Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Army for Environment, Safety & Occupational Health)
• Invited to attend: Deputy Assistant Secretaries of the Navy and Air Force

• General session: Focused on the DoD Strategic Sustainability Performance Plan, and associated business opportunities

• Three interactive Roundtables focused on all three aspects of the services’ net zero initiatives (energy, water and waste), the Army Energy Initiatives Task Force and goals in the DoD and other agency’s sustainability plans, including business opportunities created by implementation of initiatives to achieve these goals

• Expo of North Carolina businesses in the environmental and energy marketplace.

WEBSITE.  http://www.ncmbc.us/2012NCFES.php

REGISTRATION. Registration is now available.

CONTACTS. 

• Program questions or comments – Anne Campbell at campbella@coastalcarolina.edu.
• Registration, payment or event logistics – Courtney Smedick at smedickc@ncmbc.us.
• Sponsorship questions or inquiries – Courtney Locus at locusc@ncmbc.us

According to the United States Census Bureau, each day 361,481 babies are born around the world. This past fall, one of those 361,481 babies bumped the world’s population to 7 billion.

When I was born 50 years ago the world’s population was 2 billion. A half-century later the disbelief continues with the addition of 5 billion people.

According to David Bloom, an economist at Harvard University, the world’s population grows by 80 million each year. Do the math, and that has the population tipping the scales at 9.3 billion by 2050. With this monumental influx of people calling our planet home, there is much at stake, including the unanswered questions on how it will affect our planet’s natural systems and our overall quality of life.

Currently our planet is challenged by unprecedented and complex issues like a climbing demand for clean water, melting glaciers, and a precipitous decline of pollinators, amphibians and many species of flora and fauna. As the population soars to new heights, we will continue to experience a depletion of our natural resources, but equally yet more threatening is its effect on our public health and social and economic growth. This is especially true since 97 percent of the aforementioned population swell will occur in developing countries.

Statistics show that people are living longer, but not necessarily better. People around the world struggle with hunger, fight for their right to clean water, and are given very few resources to make a change in their lives. Now with 7 billion people sharing the planet it has become more important than ever to create sustainable cities, which nurture economic growth, health and overall wellbeing. But that’s easier said than done. Of the ten most populated countries, 6 of the 10 are classified as developing nations and face an uphill battle to achieve these standards.

To create a balance between the environment, health and society in these crowded times, we must empower the people to improve their own lives and therefore become catalysts for progress. Though we are seeing a decline of our natural resources associated with the 7 billion people sharing the Earth, the resources provided by technology, forward thinking leaders will allow us to create the sustainable cities that are necessary for our planet’s longevity

**The following post has been provided by Diana Potts with G&E Advisor (dianapotts@gandeadvisor.com).

If you have content that you would like included on the blog, email Courtney Smedick at smedickc@ncmbc.us.

Getting to know NCMBC:  Fran Perez-Wilhite
Business Development Specialist

North Carolina Military Business Center

Fran Perez-Wilhite, a resident of Charlotte since 1991, is a Business
Development Specialist with the NC Military Business Center. Previously, Fran
held numerous management positions at Philip Morris USA where she had been employed for 13 years. Prior to this, she was a Lieutenant in the US Army at Fort Bragg from 1988 to 1990.
Ms. Perez-Wilhite graduated from Wake Forest University, where she earned a
Master of Business Administration in 1997. She also attained a Bachelor of Arts
in Psychology from Norwich University in 1988. She is a fellow and a former
member of the Board of Directors for the NC Institute of Political Leadership.
Fran has served on numerous city and county committees and boards. She is
most proud of her position as Chairwoman of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Community Relations Subcommittee.

Fran is married to Chuck Wilhite.

May 16, 2013 | Author:  Jeff Gowen

The Association of the US Army (AUSA) Institute of Land Warfare presented a two-day symposium May 8-9, 2013 on Army 2020 Global Logistics.  Panels discussed the Army’s current logistical state and the way ahead for the Army as its logisticians look towards 2020.

Key speakers and panel members included LTG Raymond Mason, Army G-4; LTG Keith Walker, Deputy Commanding General, Futures/Director, Army Capabilities Integration Center US Army Training and Doctrine Command; VADM Mark Harnitchek, Director Defense Logistics Agency; MG Larry Wyche, Commanding General US Army Combined Arms Support Center and the Sustainment Center of Excellence (Fort Lee, Va); MG Gustave Perna, Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics/Operations, US Army Material Command; BG Edward Daly, Commandant US Army Ordnance School, COL(P) John O’Neil, Commandant US Army Quartermaster School, and s host of retired general officers.

Take aways from the speakers and panel discussions included:

•           the Army is still in transition, this time from a deployed wartime Army, to an Army that will be 85% based in the continental United States

•           there will be a continued needed for contractors as the Army resets it equipment and reissues it to units.  This effort is expected to be funded at $9.8 Billion thru 1st quarter FY 2017

•           78% of the Army’s logistical units are in the Reserves and National Guard

•           the Army will be going back to a prewar logistical model, to include maintenance of equipment

•           soldiers will need to relearn, if not learn skills that have not been needed due to the nature of the current war.  Specific examples cited include jumping the Brigade Support Area; conducting refueling operations on the move (ROM), conducting rolling logistical packages and conducting multi-echelon maintenance operations

For more information, contact Jeff Gowen directly at the NCMBC, at 910-678-0049 or gowenj@ncmbc.us